About this role
Job summary
We are growing our theatre teams! Are you an experienced and motivated Theatre Recovery Practitioner ready to take the next step in your career?
Spencer Private Hospitals are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Theatre Recovery Practitioner Band 6 to provide specialist care within our busy operating theatres.
The post holder will perform and assist in all aspects of surgical post-op recovery procedures to an expert level in line with personal competencies. The post holder will work with the surgical team in delivering and maintaining a high standard of surgical care after surgery.
Spencer Private Hospitals undertake a multiplicity of surgical procedures which include but are not limited to general surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, urology, ENT and colorectal patients.
The Theatre Recovery Practitioner is clinically responsible to the Anaesthetics Lead- working under direction and supervision as a member of the surgical team.
Interview Date: Week commencing 31st August 2026
Main duties of the job
To perform operating department duties under the direction of the Anaesthetics Lead and assist the Consultants and work colleagues in a professional manner to ensure the smooth running, efficiency and high standards of patient care and safety in recovery. To maintain professional and individual accountability
To be responsible and accountable for the management of the recovery element of theatre services in the absence of the Anaesthetics Lead to achieve the results required by the hospital; through effective direction and control of staff and the efficient use of the resources allocated.
The post holder will perform and assist in all recovery aspects of surgical procedures to an expert level in line with personal competencies. They will be a point of knowledge for junior team members and act as a mentor to health professionals who wish to gain competencies within the field of surgery. The post holder will work with consultants in delivering and maintaining a high standard of surgical care after surgery.
Spencer Private Hospitals undertake a multiplicity of surgical procedures which include but are not limited to general surgery, orthopaedics gynaecology, urology, ENT and colorectal patients.
The post holder will be required to ensure a positive patient experience through the delivery of high standards of patient care across all Spencer private Hospital (SPH) sites.
About us About Spencer Private Hospitals
Spencer Private Hospitals recognise and value all of their staff and are committed to developing a well-trained and flexible workforce.
Staff wellbeing is a priority for the organisation with some perks of employment being -
Free on-site staff carparking Staff discount for treatments Enrolment into a staff pension scheme Investment in staff training Annual salary increment Additional benefits available in line with our NHS colleagues Local retail discountsWe are also fortunate enough to be based in East Kent, arguably one of the most beautiful parts of the UK, often boasting the best weather due to our close proximity to Western Europe and is aptly know by the missive `the Garden of England. We are a short hop across the channel to France with the added bonus of fast rail connections to Europe, London and surrounding areas. The availability of high-quality schools which support grammar school education as well as academy and private schools are all available within the locality.
Our CQC report has a rating of Good and we are now on an improvement trajectory to Outstanding.
Job description Job responsibilities
To perform operating department duties under the direction of the Anaesthetics Lead and assist the Consultants and work colleagues in a professional manner to ensure the smooth running, efficiency and high standards of patient care and safety in recovery. To maintain professional and individual accountability
To be responsible and accountable for the management of the recovery element of theatre services in the absence of the Anaesthetics Lead to achieve the results required by the hospital; through effective direction and control of staff and the efficient use of the resources allocated.
The post holder will perform and assist in all recovery aspects of surgical procedures to an expert level in line with personal competencies. They will be a point of knowledge for junior team members and act as a mentor to health professionals who wish to gain competencies within the field of surgery. The post holder will work with consultants in delivering and maintaining a high standard of surgical care after surgery.
Spencer Private Hospitals undertake a multiplicity of surgical procedures which include but are not limited to general surgery, orthopaedics gynaecology, urology, ENT and colorectal patients.
The post holder will be required to ensure a positive patient experience through the delivery of high standards of patient care across all Spencer private Hospital (SPH) sites.
Key areas/Tasks:
To work within the recognised role and framework as published by the Royal College of Surgeons for Surgical Care Practitioners and adhere to their voluntary code of conduct (RCS The surgical team 2014)
To provide competent, skilled assistance to the operating surgeon during the post-operative period, undertaking advanced practice and highly specialised skills required for a wide spectrum of cases.
To have specialist and expert knowledge of human anatomy/physiology in relation to the surgery being undertaken.
Support and promote the development of clinical capability within your team and its application in delivery of service outputs.
Utilise appropriate tools, routines and behaviours to coach and develop the capability of your team to do a little every day to improve and deliver exceptional care aligned to the Spencer Hospitals strategic priority domains.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and maintaining professional standards within the post-operative theatre setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, forward-thinking, experienced recovery practitioner who is ready to be part of a skilled team, with a family atmosphere.
Management and Leadership
To effectively participate in the implementation of changes, which may be required by the organisation.
To liaise with consultants regarding post-operative clinical preferences, techniques, procedures and equipment requirements and bring, where necessary, the same to the attention to the Anaesthetics Lead.
To define the recovery staffing requirements for theatres to fulfil current and future clinical and business requirements.
To allocate workloads to staff which are appropriate to their skill, experience and competence.
To instruct recovery staff so that they understand their individual professional obligations and responsibilities as laid down by the Professional Codes of Conduct.
To monitor clinical practice to ensure that clinical standards conform to the Professional Codes and to the standards required by the hospital.
To provide direct supervision and coaching to junior staff in their work planning and their clinical practice as appropriate to their experience and competence.
To control the allocation and flow of work in the recovery department so that standards are preserved, and services are provided to other departments and customers in a timely fashion.
To record and maintain accurate and comprehensive information on staffing and workload.
To maintain excellent communication within all departments of the hospital and the NHS Trust.
To provide hands on clinical duties to maintain and develop quality of service.
To identify, plan and implement service development opportunities to grow the volume and profitability of the service in line with targets set by the Anaesthetics Lead.
Provide advice and guidance to the pre-assessment team to ensure patient safety.
Clinical
To be clinically competent in all aspect of your role
Be accountable in the participation of operational and decision-making processes in recovery areas of theatre
Organise a smooth efficient work pattern within the post-operative recovery areas with maximum efficiency of the resources available
Use clinical knowledge and skills to provide specialist advice and support to peer group staff, patients and relatives
To undertake clinical activities which provide opportunities to act as a role model to staff by own professional practice and behaviour
To monitor, supervise and mentor other staff in their assessment and care planning, as appropriate to their individual competence
To provide direct supervision and mentoring to staff in their work planning and their clinical practice as appropriate to their experience and competence
To monitor practice against policies and procedures relating to high-risk activities, to ensure that they are implemented and accurately practised
Maintain excellent relationships with all Consultant and medical staff to resolve problems and identify opportunities
To maintain patient care standards and to effectively implement changes to care delivery systems, methods and nursing practice to facilitate improvements in the quality of care
Participate in research and audit and to implement actions identified from quality initiatives
Lead and support the recovery team through the process of change demonstrating tenacity, drive, professional integrity, balance and perspective
Act as an advocate for patients within theatre care, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within relevant guidelines Financial
To ensure resources are used to maximum effect and revenue capture is assured
To monitor staffing timesheets and to ensure all costs are crossed charged to other departments where appropriate
To be fully demonstrate competence in financial control procedures relating to stock and equipment
To ensure consistently that departmental resources are used economically and efficiently
Business Development
To help identify, plan and project lead service development opportunities to grow the volume and profitability of the service in line with targets set by the Anaesthetics Lead.
To effectively manage the implementation of change required by the organisation
To advise and help on suggestions for new equipment purchase in line with policy.
Quality
To act appropriately and effectively upon the results of clinical audit and monitoring processes and to produce an improvement strategy based on the findings
To be aware and adhere to the policies and procedures as set down by the SPH, including regulations regarding Health & Safety, COSHH, NMC Codes of Practice and CQC
To ensure practice is consistent with Professional Code of Conduct
To provide hands on clinical duties to support the services.
To act as the patients, advocate when necessary
To formulate theatre policies and procedures and ensure same are ratified and updated in accordance with SPH policy
To attend Head of Department meetings, Clinical Governance, Health & Safety meetings and disseminate information in the absence of the Anaesthetics Lead
Maintain written records of objectives, action plans and evaluation of programmes
To create, in conjunction with the Theatre Team Lead, a professional, friendly working environment reflecting the needs of patients, individual consultant users and members of the teams
To identify theatre activities of high criticality in terms of risk management
To maintain a quality service by facilitating the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards
To contribute to the analysis and investigation of incidents, accidents and complaints and to implement action plans to prevent recurrence
To work to ensure that all aspects of product liability are incorporated into formal working practices
To establish and maintain effective storage and retrieval systems for information
To always present and project a professional image in terms of uniform, appearance and personal conduct
To undertake any other appropriate duties delegated by the or in the absence of the Anaesthetics Lead
Be accountable for the safety of the environment for patients in your care
Ensure all equipment has been serviced and maintained in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and internal hospital policies
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Practitioner with proven experience in an Acute setting NMC/HCPC Registered Proven experience at a senior level
Desirable
Management qualification
Experience Essential
Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care Knowledge of research and evidence-based practice Catalyst for change Teaching and assessing/mentorship Knowledge of CQC
Desirable
Demonstrate competency in surgery/recovery Endoscopy
Skills Essential
IT skills covering word and spreadsheet documents Leadership, interpersonal and organisational skills Effective oral and written skills Ability to work as member of a team and lead accordingly Dealing with emergency situations within post operative theatre department Post registration theatre experience in NHS/private sector dealing with adults
Desirable
Mentorship or equivalent
Personal Attributes Essential
Provide specialised emergency knowledge in a post-op setting Remain alert and focused for long periods of time Long periods of post-operative concentration Checking patients documentation Occasional demands and interruptions management skills
Other Essential
Highly developed physical/clinical skills where accuracy is important Manual handling of patients and manoeuvring instrumentation and equipment Frequent unpleasant working conditions; contact with body fluids, foul linen daily Daily contact with substances hazardous to health
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd
Address Spencer Private Hospitals Limited
Ramsgate Road
Margate
Kent
CT9 4BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.spencerprivatehospitals.com/ (Opens in a new tab)