Job summaryTheatre ManagerEmersons Green, Bristol | Competitive Salary| Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Lead, Inspire and Deliver Outstanding Patient Care! Are you an experienced theatre leader ready to take the next step in your career?We're looking for an exceptional Theatre Manager to over see the daily leadership of a professional, dynamic clinical team across our operating Theatres and Recovery unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing hospital where quality care, innovation and outstanding patient outcomes are at the heart of everything we do.As Theatre Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Nursing and Clinical Services Manager, consultants and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care while driving service excellence, staff development and operational performance.Main duties of the jobProviding clinical and professional leadership across theatres and our post operative recovery unit.Managing departmental operations, workforce planning, budgets and resources to ensure high-quality, cost-effective service delivery. Leading, motivating and developing multidisciplinary teams to achieve outstanding patient outcomes. Driving service improvement, innovation and efficiency across surgical pathways.Ensuring compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, governance requirements and national best practice guidance. Leading recruitment, performance management, appraisals and staff development initiatives. Managing incident investigations, quality audits and governance reporting. Building strong relationships with consultants, anaesthetists and senior stakeholders to maximise theatre utilisation and operational performance.About usTo be successful in this role, you'll have:Current registration with the NMC or HCPC. A minimum of 6 years' experience within acute or elective surgical services. At least 2 years' management experience with a proven ability to lead teams and influence change. Strong clinical knowledge across perioperative care and surgical services. Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership capability.Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Experience of governance, audit, quality improvement and regulatory compliance. #LI-TQ1
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DetailsDate posted05 November 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
65,000 a year
Competitive
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number14685-1Job locationsThe BroomsEmersons GreenBristolBristolBS16 7FHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTheatre ManagerEmersons Green, Bristol | Competitive Salary| Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Lead, Inspire and Deliver Outstanding Patient Care! Are you an experienced theatre leader ready to take the next step in your career?We're looking for an exceptional Theatre Manager to over see the daily leadership of a professional, dynamic clinical team across our operating Theatres and Recovery unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing hospital where quality care, innovation and outstanding patient outcomes are at the heart of everything we do.As Theatre Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Nursing and Clinical Services Manager, consultants and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care while driving service excellence, staff development and operational performance.
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Job responsibilitiesTheatre ManagerEmersons Green, Bristol | Competitive Salary| Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Lead, Inspire and Deliver Outstanding Patient Care! Are you an experienced theatre leader ready to take the next step in your career?We're looking for an exceptional Theatre Manager to over see the daily leadership of a professional, dynamic clinical team across our operating Theatres and Recovery unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing hospital where quality care, innovation and outstanding patient outcomes are at the heart of everything we do.As Theatre Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Nursing and Clinical Services Manager, consultants and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care while driving service excellence, staff development and operational performance.Person Specification
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Essentialsee attachedDesirablesee attachedDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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
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NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus GroupAddressThe BroomsEmersons GreenBristolBristolBS16 7FHUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus GroupAddressThe BroomsEmersons GreenBristolBristolBS16 7FHUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Theatre Manager in Bristol employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
