Theatre Support Assistant- WMS - London
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Job overview
Make a difference at UCLH
Are you a naturally caring person who loves to make a difference to others no matter how small that difference might be?
Are you the type of person who respects other people, treats them fairly and accepts them for who they are?
Do you like getting things done? And are you known for being hard-working and reliable?
Here’s what one of our Health Care Assistant says about the job:
“For me the job means putting yourself out there for patients and the team – truly caring about what you do and the impact you have".
Main duties of the job
Based in the Marylebone area, UCLH at Westmoreland Street Hospital is looking to recruit a Theatre Support Assistant to work in the Theatres/ Recovery Unit.
We are looking for individuals who are available to work full-time and flexible (including evenings and shift work). You will be expected to integrate quickly with an established team of staff to deliver quality care.
If you are shortlisted, our recruitment and selection process for all candidates is as follows:
You will be invited to attend an assessment Centre, whereby you will undertake an hour-long numeracy and literacy test.
If you pass this test, you will be invited for a personal interview with the Theatre/ Recovery Lead Practitioners.
This process helps you identify whether we are the right employer for you and helps us identify if you are the right candidate for us.
Applications will only be considered from individuals who have the legal right to work in the UK, as this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for UK sponsorship.
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital
- Eastman Dental Hospital
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential criteria- 5 GCSE/O Levels including Maths and English, or ability to demonstrate equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience in carrying out assigned duties after training
- Good standard of written and spoken English
- Working in a team
- Working in a Health Care or related setting
Communication
Essential criteria- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal and People Development
Essential criteria- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team
Health, Safety and Security
Essential criteria- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential criteria- Ability to carry out administrative and clerical duties appropriate to the work area.
Quality
Essential criteria- Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively.
Equality and Diversity
Essential criteria- Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity.
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities.
- Experience of giving care in a multi-cultural environment
Enablement to address health and wellbeing needs
Essential criteria- Able to provide essential care for patients as directed.
Information Processing
Essential criteria- Prepared to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record information.
At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities.Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.
Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage’s staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.
We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.
We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.
Please note that if you are at present in a training position on the 2016 new junior doctor’s contract and are applying for a Trust doctor role your salary will not be pay protected.
You will be placed on the appropriate point of the Trust Doctor pay scale based on your previous experience.
Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.