Job summary
Are you looking for a health care role where you can make a difference to the lives of children and young people? Join our Theatres team as a Senior Support Worker!
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our Theatre Department. You will work with the Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to provide excellent care to patients in the theatre. Your responsibilities will include assisting with patient assessments, care planning, and supporting the team by helping train junior colleagues.
You will ensure patient safety, and keep the theatre environment clean and safe. Additionally, you'll manage administrative tasks, support patients and families during difficult times, and maintain equipment and supplies.
If you enjoy working collaboratively, and have a passion for patient care, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Theatre Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Help with patient assessments and contribute to care planning.
- Help deliver care to children in the theatre and support anaesthetised patients.
- Maintain patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Support and train junior theatre colleagues
- Manage administrative tasks, including patient records and communication with the theatre supply team.
- Ensure a clean and safe environment in the theatre and clinical areas, maintaining infection control standards.
- Order and maintain clinical supplies, working with the theatre supply team.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families in difficult situations.
- Maintain equipment, stock, and a safe clinical environment.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care 2. Brilliant Place to work 3. Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A-C) Level 2 functional skills equivalent.
Desirable
- Level 3 Vocational Health Diploma
- SCH Band 2 or 3 in house competency package
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Some knowledge and skills in a care environment
Desirable
- Worked in healthcare/social care environment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of health and safety in a healthcare environment
- Knowledge of principles of infection control.
- Basic IT skills, which include competency at using word and email.
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibility and accountability
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time.
Desirable
- Knowdledge of safeguarding children and young adults
- Previously worked in a health/social care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings.
- Compliance of policies and procedures in a regulated health care provider.
- Knowledge of basic life support
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A-C) Level 2 functional skills equivalent.
Desirable
- Level 3 Vocational Health Diploma
- SCH Band 2 or 3 in house competency package
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Some knowledge and skills in a care environment
Desirable
- Worked in healthcare/social care environment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of health and safety in a healthcare environment
- Knowledge of principles of infection control.
- Basic IT skills, which include competency at using word and email.
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibility and accountability
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage own time.
Desirable
- Knowdledge of safeguarding children and young adults
- Previously worked in a health/social care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings.
- Compliance of policies and procedures in a regulated health care provider.
- Knowledge of basic life support
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).
