Scrub Practitioner - Sharoe Green Theatres
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 17/09/2026
- Closes
- 01/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
Candidates needing sponsorship are encouraged to apply.
HiveMind found a sponsorship-friendly statement in the source advert welcoming applicants who require a visa. Always confirm on the source before applying.
“Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.”Quoted verbatim from the source advert
Role summary
Join a dynamic theatre team at Sharoe Green Theatres, Royal Preston Hospital, as a Scrub Practitioner. This role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centred surgical care within Obstetrics & Gynaecology Theatres and supporting the Colorectal MDT. You will also play a crucial role in mentoring future healthcare professionals. The trust is committed to offering support, development, and career opportunities in an inclusive environment.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centred surgical care.
- Cover Obstetrics & Gynaecology Theatres.
- Support the Colorectal MDT.
- Support and mentor future healthcare professionals.
- Bring scrub experience and enthusiasm for innovation.
- Champion new ideas and positive change within the team.
Essential criteria
- Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
Desirable criteria
- Degree / Diploma
- NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to working towards within 18 months
- Knowledge & Experience
- Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to practice
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of Ophthalmology Theatre.
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Research and Development
- Knowledge of ethical issues
- Qualifications & Education
- Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration
- RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP
- Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
- Degree / Diploma
- NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to working towards within 18 months
- Knowledge & Experience
- Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to practice
- Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
- Evidence of clinical competence in area of Ophthalmology Theatre.
- Knowledge of Leadership and Management
- Research and Development
- Knowledge of ethical issues
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 1d ago · Closes in 14d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
Full advert · preview
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Scrub Practitioner - Sharoe Green Theatres
The closing date is 01 October 2026
Job summary
Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team at Sharoe Green Theatres, Royal Preston Hospital!Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? Ifyou'reforward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Ifyou'rea registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you!
Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return,we'recommitted to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.
What We Offer:
- Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential
- A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side
- Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team
Main duties of the job
By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals,you'll become part of a dedicated team covering the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Theatres whilst supporting our Colorectal MDT.
We'relooking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centredsurgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges.
As a valued team member,you
Join the community to read the full pack, responsibilities and person-specification in one place.
Your seat is reserved — activate it
CareerHive is included with your CareerHive Skool community membership. If you haven't claimed your account yet, join the community (or sign in with the same email you joined with) to unlock the full advert, the apply link, HiveMind AI interview & application suite, your private vault, and daily sponsorship alerts.