Spire Healthcare
Theatre Team Lead - General
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Theatre Team Lead | Theatres | Southend | Full-Time (37.5 hrs)
£50,000 + £5,000 Joining Bonus | No Nights
About the Role
Spire Wellesley seeks an accomplished Lead Scrub Practitioner to join our dynamic Theatre Team Lead position. This full-time role requires clinical leadership, team management, and exemplary patient care across a 3-theatre, endoscopy, and 33-bed surgical facility spanning specialties such as Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, General Surgery, Vascular, Plastics, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Spinal Surgery, Urology, and ENT.
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destacan Opportunity to develop your career progression路 with fully funded training, mentorship, and ongoing support from the Theatre Manager, Deputy, and Senior Management.
Responsibilities
As this role involves leadership, patient safety, and operational efficiency, you’ll handle:
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Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Collaborate with the Theatre Manager to lead, counsel, and appraise staff, implementing personal development plans
- Provide clinical supervision to junior staff, including RGNs and ODPs
- Mentor staff (preferably with a mentorship qualification)
- Ensure excellence in perioperative care through continuous improvement
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Patient Care & Clinical Excellence
- Assess health, wellbeing, and perioperative risks across complex caseloads
- Develop individualised care plans, aligning with the care pathway
- Act as a role model by delivering high-standard clinical leadership
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Operational & Liaison Support
- Ensure timely booking of equipment and implants in conjunction with the Theatre Administrator
- Liaise with Company Representatives to support surgeons and surgical staff
- Contribute to theatre efficiency improvements while maintaining patient safety
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- Organisation & Collaboration
- Support a small, multi-disciplinary team, averaging 37.5 hours/week, including weekend on-call duties
Requirements
To thrive in this role, you must:
- Be a fully registered Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
- No restrictions or conditions to scope of practice
- Demonstrate 3+ years of scrub nursing experience in multiple surgical specialties
- Hold a mentorship qualification (preferred)
- Excellent teamwork skills with minimal supervision
- Previous leadership experience is advantageous but not mandatory (Spire Healthcare offers award-winning training!)
- Strong ability to manage complex cases and understand financial budgets (desirable)
Solution:
- Existing NMC/HCPC license
- Confident clinical expertise and leadership qualities
Benefits
Spire Wellesley offers a rich rewards package, ensuring career growth, work-life balance, and support for your professional development.
Compensation & Reward
- £50,000 base salary + £5,000 joining bonus
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Employee & employer-paid pension with flexible retirement options
- Discretionary Bonuses (if applicable)
Wellbeing & Discounts
- Access Spire for You%E2%80%94discounts/cashback at 1,000+ retailers
- Free private Bupa wellness screenings
- Private health insurance for you and dependents (optional*
- Life assurance (available to eligible employees)
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Professional Growth
- Award-winning mentored training pathways
- Career support from Theatre Manager & Senior Leadership
- On-going Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Work Environment
- Free private on-site car booking & unlocking (savings of up to £50/month)
About Spire Healthcare
Spire Wellesley is a integrated private hospital within the Spire Healthcare Group, providing high-quality specialty care to patients across Essex and beyond.
- 3 theatres (2 laminar flow), endoscopy unit, and modern surgical ward (33 beds)
- Supports patients through complex procedures, leveraging the latest cutting-edge technology
- Delivers clinically excellent care with an attentive, professional staff team
Spire is UK’s leading independent healthcare provider:
- Operates 38 private hospitals, 50+ clinics across England, Wales & Scotland
- Supports 800+ corporate clients
- Offers cognisant NHS supplements services across mental health, musculoskeletal, and dermatology
Equality & Diversity
Spire Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture. The team values diversity and professionalism in pursuit of exceptional care.
"Our strength lies in our peopleTheir dedication to patient care and excellence defines why patients consistently turn to us."
How to Apply
For informal career discussions or application details, contact: Carly Dack
Closing Date: Applications are assessed promptly, and roles may close before the advertised deadline when a sufficient number are received.
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