Overview
Are you a passionate Senior Theatre Practitioner, Scrub looking to work in a supportive, high‑performing clinical environment? At The Horder Centre, you’ll join a close‑knit, multidisciplinary theatre team, working with modern technology and facilities to deliver outstanding patient care throughout the perioperative journey.
This is your opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference to every patient you support.
The Role
As a Senior Theatre Practitioner - Scrub, you’ll play a vital role across the patient pathway, delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care.
You will:
- Provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient journeys.
- Contribute to clinical audits, research, and service development initiatives.
- Support safe, efficient theatre operations and optimal use of resources.
- Help create a positive, empathetic environment for patients, colleagues, and visitors.
What Makes This Role Different?
- Work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and facilities in a modern theatre setting.
- Be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to research and the ongoing development of clinical pathways.
- Gain exposure to a varied caseload, including orthopaedic procedures.
About You
You are a dedicated and motivated practitioner with a genuine passion for delivering excellent patient care.
Essential:
- Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP Level 3)
- Previous experience in a theatre environment
- Previous scrub experience
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to delivering safe, evidence‑based care
Desirable:
- Orthopaedic experience
- Mentorship or clinical supervision qualification
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Location & Contract
Location: The Horder Centre, Crowborough
Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑Time (4 days a week 8am to 6pm)
Salary: up to £42,198.00 per annum, depending on experience
Right to work in the UK: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencing employment. We have assessed this role and it does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. As such, we will not be accepting any visa sponsorships for this role, and candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK independently.
We are proud to champion and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all areas of our business. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to protected characteristics by applicable law.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.
Due to the nature of work here at Horder Healthcare, and to ensure that we remain committed to our Safeguarding policy, all successful applicants will be subject to pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. References and Occupational Health checks will also be taken up before appointment.
Senior Theatre Practitioner - Scrub in Waldron employer: Horder Healthcare
Horder Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment at The Horder Centre in Crowborough. As a Registered Nurse in our Day Services Unit and Pre-Assessment team, you will benefit from flexible working hours, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a commitment to patient-centred care that fosters both personal and professional growth. Join us in making a meaningful impact on patients' lives while being part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to high-quality healthcare.
