Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Peri-operative Assistant

The closing date is 12 February 2026

Job summary

The Peri-operative Assistant will be responsible for carrying out patient movement and general duties, including cleaning and other duties to support both the theatre and recovery team.

They will provide assistance to trained staff by the effective, prompt and competent undertaking of delegated duties which includes distribution of sterile instrumentation.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job are:

  • Patient Care
  • Assist with patient care
  • Communication
  • Safeguarding
  • Cleanliness
  • Infection Control
  • Assist with the care of the patient undergoing spinal/epidural or regional anaesthesia.
  • Assist with the care of the patient in recovery.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

272-7618212

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Willingness to undertake any training necessary to post

Desirable

  • Educated to 'O' Level standard or equivalent

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work and be part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Mature attitude
  • Tactful and diplomatic
  • Ability to plan working day
  • Effective communication (verbal and written) with colleagues, patients and visitors
  • Flexible attitude to working patterns
  • Decision making, multi-tasking and attention to detail

Desirable

  • Shows confidence in own ability

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a Health Care Setting
Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Willingness to undertake any training necessary to post

Desirable

  • Educated to 'O' Level standard or equivalent

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work and be part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Mature attitude
  • Tactful and diplomatic
  • Ability to plan working day
  • Effective communication (verbal and written) with colleagues, patients and visitors
  • Flexible attitude to working patterns
  • Decision making, multi-tasking and attention to detail

Desirable

  • Shows confidence in own ability

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a Health Care Setting

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Penny Rodgers

penny.rodgers1@nhs.net

01302648162

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

272-7618212

Job locations

Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Thorne Road

Doncaster

DN2 5LT


Supporting documents

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