Isle of Wight NHS • Newport PO30 5TG
About this role
We are recruiting for anOperating Department Practitioner or TheatreNurse to our multidisciplinary team . You should share our passion and drive to ensure that our patients receive quality and compassionate care and work with us to ensure the Trust continues its journey towards "great people, great places".
Our service consists of 4 Main theatre, 2 Day surgery theatres, 1 ophthalmology theatre and 1 Maternity theatre. We can provide experience in a number of surgical specialities including:
General Surgery, Breast Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Gynaecology, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Urology, Emergency Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology.
We are looking to appoint to permanent positions.
The Role
Based within our Main Theatres team, you will enjoy a varied caseload and join our team of senior theatre practitioners in supporting service delivery, junior staff, leaners and the Theatre Leadership team.
What You’ll Need
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Registration
Qualified Theatre Practitioner (Nurse or ODP).
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Experience
At least 1 year recent theatre experience.
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Flexibility
Dependant on your skills and experience, this role includes Nights, Weekends and On-calls. As a senior theatre practitioner you will be expected to lead the team out of hours.
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Bonus
Current Surgical First Assistant (SFA) module/competencies or Anaesthetic Nurse qualification for Registered Nurses.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to your growth. You will be supported by our dedicated Practice Development Lead with ongoing education. Long-term, this role is designed to evolve into a senior leadership position within the peri-operative team.
Apply Now
If you are a proactive leader with a passion for quality care, we want to hear from you.
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle to work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trust's beach hut in Ryde. We offer many flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey with journey times from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The Island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year round events, festivals and award winning attractions.
Please refer to the attached job description for detailed information on the role and its responsibilities. Applications will be assessed against the criteria outlined in the person specification. We strongly encourage you to review the full job description carefully before submitting your application.
This advert closes on Monday 11 May 2026
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