Job summary
To assist with patient care and other departmental relatedduties as a Theatre Support Worker and as directed byRegistered Theatre Practitioners.
To complete a Care Certificate programme prior to applyingto the university, or complete it within 12 weeks of startingthe programme.
Upon entry on the ODP Apprenticeship, to train and studyto complete the BSc (Hons) ODP programme approved bythe HCPC and accredited by the College of OperatingDepartment Practitioners.
Candidates who do not enrol onto the University ODPApprenticeship programme, will remain employed at CUHas band 2 Theatre Support Workers, and can receivesupport to prepare for a future interview.
Upon registering with the HCPC via the ODP apprenticeshiproute, candidates are guaranteed a job as a band 5 ODP atAddenbrooke's.
Main duties of the job
Operating Department Practitioners (ODP's) are registered health care professionals who have an integral role in the provision of safe, holistic perioperative care. Are you an aspiring ODP? Are you a college leaver pursuing ODP training? Or simply seeking a change in career pathway? With no upper age limits, for our apprentices, this post is open to anyone aged over 18 years.
Perioperative Care services are recruiting Theatre Support Worker - Operating Department Practitioner Apprentices. Successful candidates will potentially be joining a University cohort commencing January 2024 , and upon gaining professional registration via the ODP apprenticeship route, they will be guaranteed a job as a band 5 ODP at CUH.
Candidates who do not enroll onto the University ODP Apprenticeship programme, will remain employed at Cambridge University Hospital (CUH) as band 2 Theatre Support Workers.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position
This vacancy will close on the 14th of December.
Interviews are due to be held on the 22nd of December.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position
This vacancy will close on the 14th of December.
Interviews are due to be held on the 22nd of December.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades A-C or 4-9 ? Mathematics and English GCSE, or level 2 equivalent such as functional skills ? A-Level study with 112 UCAS points -or Level 3 qualification in a Health and Social Care related course ? DBS- Ability to meet the occupational health requirements of the programme ? If English is a second language the applicant should hold an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no element below 6.5
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a multi-disciplinary team ? Demonstrates verbal and non-verbal communication skills ? Evidence of recent study
Desirable
- Previous NHS Hospital experience or previous work in a care environment ? Previous operating theatre experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and demonstrate knowledge of how it can be maintained ? Understands the importance of respect and communication ? Understands Health & Safety requirements. ? Understands the importance of good timekeeping ? Understands what makes effective teamwork ? Knowledge of the role of the ODP as a registered practitioner providing holistic care to surgical patient
Desirable
- Understands the importance of Infection Control Standards ? Demonstrate an understanding of what it is like to work in an operating theatre
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately ? To be able to work effectively as part of a team. ? Computer literacy ? Respect for patients' dignity, wishes and beliefs demonstrating empathy and kindness ? Understanding of the importance of commitment, values and behaviours ? Demonstrates behaviours which are caring and compassionate ? Enthusiastic, having a positive work ethic, being keen to learn and able to work in an operating theatres and wider multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Able to recognise situations when a more senior member of staff is required ? Able to prioritise and organise own workload ? Understands the importance of consistently providing individualised care basis ? Attention to detail
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades A-C or 4-9 ? Mathematics and English GCSE, or level 2 equivalent such as functional skills ? A-Level study with 112 UCAS points -or Level 3 qualification in a Health and Social Care related course ? DBS- Ability to meet the occupational health requirements of the programme ? If English is a second language the applicant should hold an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 with no element below 6.5
Desirable
- Completed Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a multi-disciplinary team ? Demonstrates verbal and non-verbal communication skills ? Evidence of recent study
Desirable
- Previous NHS Hospital experience or previous work in a care environment ? Previous operating theatre experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and demonstrate knowledge of how it can be maintained ? Understands the importance of respect and communication ? Understands Health & Safety requirements. ? Understands the importance of good timekeeping ? Understands what makes effective teamwork ? Knowledge of the role of the ODP as a registered practitioner providing holistic care to surgical patient
Desirable
- Understands the importance of Infection Control Standards ? Demonstrate an understanding of what it is like to work in an operating theatre
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately ? To be able to work effectively as part of a team. ? Computer literacy ? Respect for patients' dignity, wishes and beliefs demonstrating empathy and kindness ? Understanding of the importance of commitment, values and behaviours ? Demonstrates behaviours which are caring and compassionate ? Enthusiastic, having a positive work ethic, being keen to learn and able to work in an operating theatres and wider multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Able to recognise situations when a more senior member of staff is required ? Able to prioritise and organise own workload ? Understands the importance of consistently providing individualised care basis ? Attention to detail
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).