Spire Healthcare Ltd

Deputy Theatre Manager

The closing date is 13 March 2026

Job summary

The Deputy Theatre Manager will deputise for the Theatre Manager and support him / her in the provision of appropriate clinical and managerial leadership throughout the department. Maximising theatre utilisation, Consultant compliance and maintaining clinical standards, the post-holder will provide strong leadership and direction to all staff across the service and act as a point of contact for advice and expertise relating to professional issues.

Main duties of the job

Monitor and assist in the delivery of patient care Respect the patient's dignity, privacy, wishes and beliefs Provide appropriate clinical and managerial leadership throughout the department Act as a role model and mentor to clinical staff providing advice and support to others to promote good practice consistent with legislation and Spire Healthcare's policies Encourage, develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self Identify, develop and support opportunities for improvements in operating department practices as highlighted through evidence, research based practice and national standards Delegate appropriate activities to other staff and ensure objectives are met To ensure that Clinical Governance and risk management are embedded within daily practice. Promote best evidence based practice within own scope of practice Apply and ensure others apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly Achievement of the theatre budget and specific Key Performance Indicators Work with others to optimise theatre utilisation in relation to booked operating sessions and availability to meet the demands of elective work, taking action with regards under-utilisation of lists as appropriate Manage staff rosters in the most efficient way to meet demand, whilst maintaining compliance with the Agency staff KPI on the Clinical Scorecard and balancing the use of overtime To ensure that effective systems are in place to manage stocks according to financial

About us

Spire Leicester Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Theatre Manager to join the team on a Full time basis. "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care.

Date posted

16 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

26223

Job locations

Gartree Road, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 2FF

Leicester

LE2 2FF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputy Theatre Manager/Leicester/Oadby/Full Time/Permanent Spire Leicester Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Theatre Manager to join the team on a Full time basis. "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care. Duties and responsibilities: The Deputy Theatre Manager will deputise for the Theatre Manager and support him / her in the provision of appropriate clinical and managerial leadership throughout the department. Maximising theatre utilisation, Consultant compliance and maintaining clinical standards, the post-holder will provide strong leadership and direction to all staff across the service and act as a point of contact for advice and expertise relating to professional issues.

Monitor and assist in the delivery of patient care

Respect the patient's dignity, privacy, wishes and beliefs

Provide appropriate clinical and managerial leadership throughout the department

Act as a role model and mentor to clinical staff providing advice and support to others to promote good practice consistent with legislation and Spire Healthcare's policies

Encourage, develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self

Identify, develop and support opportunities for improvements in operating department practices as highlighted through evidence, research based practice and national standards

Delegate appropriate activities to other staff and ensure objectives are met

To ensure that Clinical Governance and risk management are embedded within daily practice.

Promote best evidence based practice within own scope of practice

Apply and ensure others apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly

Achievement of the theatre budget and specific Key Performance Indicators

Work with others to optimise theatre utilisation in relation to booked operating sessions and availability to meet the demands of elective work, taking action with regards under-utilisation of lists as appropriate

Manage staff rosters in the most efficient way to meet demand, whilst maintaining compliance with the Agency staff KPI on the Clinical Scorecard and balancing the use of overtime

To ensure that effective systems are in place to manage stocks according to financial instructions, efficient utilisation, intelligent ordering and to work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure compliance with the above

Ensure all audits/reviews of the departments and their performance are undertaken and implement action plans in response to findings

Provide and receive patient information, ensuring that all patient information is provided, received and recorded in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Spire Policies.

Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the post.

Who we're looking for:

Registered Clinical Practitioner with NMC or HPC registration)

Relevant post-registration Theatre/Anaesthetic qualification

Evidence of substantial CPD in management and other clinically related and relevant subjects

Management or supervisory qualification.

Previous experience as a Deputy Theatre Manager / Co-ordinator

Previous experience working in the private healthcare sector

Substantial perioperative experience.

Previous experience of managing clinical audits

Ability to manage, motivate, support, develop and lead the department

Expert knowledge of clinical practice

Competent across a range of clinical skills supported by professional competence and knowledge

Evidence of success in working in partnership with Consultants to explore and challenge existing practices while maintaining and enhancing services and standards

Demonstrable skills of financial awareness and management with the need to balance the provision of quality care while maintaining a business focus

Knowledge of appropriate standards and external bodies, such as the Care Quality Commission

Auditing skills across clinical standards and departments

Ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits: We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options

'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Our Values: We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

Driving clinical excellence

Doing the right thing

Caring is our passion.

Keeping it simple

Delivering on our promises

Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employees' well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.