The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Theatre Service Manager

The closing date is 05 September 2025

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Clinical Operating Theatre Manager to join our team.

The successful candidate will be a key driver of change, implementing best practices, and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of our operating theatres. This is a unique opportunity for a proactive individual to make a significant impact on our clinical services.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Theatre Service Manager will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the operating theatres, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical services. The role requires driving change and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

The post holder will collaborate closely with both the clinical and operational teams to ensure seamless and coordinated care. Developing and implementing policies and procedures to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards will also be a critical aspect of this role. Additionally, the successful candidate will oversee staff development and training programs, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth, as well as managing budgets and resources effectively to optimise service delivery.

The ideal candidate will be a registered healthcare professional (NMC or HCPC ODP) with a relevant clinical qualification and have proven experience in a leadership role within an operating theatre. Strong organisational and management skills are essential, along with a track record of driving change and improving processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, capable of building strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams. A commitment to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement is also critical for this role.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

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Details

Date posted

26 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-07-065

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibiltiies.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibiltiies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • Masters Degree or equivalent study/experience

Desirable

  • Management or leadership qualification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to develop good working relationships with staff at all levels
  • Computer literate
  • Knowledge and understanding of operational nursing/theatre issues in an NHS setting
  • Knowledge and understanding of Risk management and escalation processes
  • Awareness of equality and diversity
  • Proven Leadership and mediation skills

Desirable

  • Excellent influencing and negotiation skills

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to make a Judgement involving facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options

Desirable

  • Able to present information to a variety of professional groups at varying levels of seniority

Pin

Essential

  • NMC registration or HCPC Registration
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • Masters Degree or equivalent study/experience

Desirable

  • Management or leadership qualification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to develop good working relationships with staff at all levels
  • Computer literate
  • Knowledge and understanding of operational nursing/theatre issues in an NHS setting
  • Knowledge and understanding of Risk management and escalation processes
  • Awareness of equality and diversity
  • Proven Leadership and mediation skills

Desirable

  • Excellent influencing and negotiation skills

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to make a Judgement involving facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options

Desirable

  • Able to present information to a variety of professional groups at varying levels of seniority

Pin

Essential

  • NMC registration or HCPC Registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Caroline Ault

caroline.ault@nhs.net

07872028804

Details

Date posted

26 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-07-065

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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