Job Description

Bank Theatre Assistant | Operating Theatres | Private Hospital

Spire Alexandra Hospital, Chatham
Bank / Zero-Hour Contract
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Spire Alexandra Hospital is seeking a caring and motivated Theatre Assistant to join our friendly operating theatre team on a flexible bank basis.

In this role, you'll work closely with Nurses, Operating Department Practitioners and Consultants to support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical pathway. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with healthcare support experience who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working in a fast-paced theatre environment.

At Spire Alexandra Hospital, we provide outstanding care to patients across Medway, Kent and the South East. Our modern facilities include two fully equipped operating theatres and an extended recovery unit supported by 24-hour care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clinical teams during surgical procedures
• Assist Scrub Nurses within the operating theatre environment
• Help care for patients in the anaesthetic room
• Safely transfer patients between wards and theatre departments
• Prepare equipment and open sterile packs for procedures
• Check and handle surgical instruments prior to surgery
• Support stock management and ordering of theatre supplies
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention
• Contribute to a safe, efficient and patient-focused theatre service

What We're Looking For

• Previous Healthcare Assistant experience, ideally within a theatre setting (desirable)
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to delivering exceptional patient care

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Competitive bank rates and flexible working opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Access to the Spire Healthcare Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card access
• Free uniform provided

Why Join Spire Healthcare?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering clinical excellence while providing a supportive environment where colleagues can thrive.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Caring is our passion
• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

About Spire Healthcare

Spire Healthcare is one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, with 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. We deliver expert diagnostics, inpatient, outpatient and day-case care, alongside private GP services, occupational health and specialist NHS and private treatments.

Join our team and help make a real difference to every patient, every day.