Senior Theatre Practitioner - Orthopaedic - Circle Health Group

Overview OrthopaedicBishops Wood Hospital 37.5 Hours & Permanent Salary Up to £43,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)Bishops Wood Hospital in Middlesex is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.We have an opportunity for a Senior Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.This is a Full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.Duties Of This Role IncludePrepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment (e.g., power tools, implants, navigation systems) in line with manufacturers’ guidance and surgical protocols.Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipating needs and adapting to changes during procedures.Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring all equipment, staff, and resources are in place.Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control, and ensuring safe patient flow through the theatre suite.Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs, and healthcare assistants, providing clinical guidance and oversight during shifts.Identify and escalate clinical or operational risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.Liaise closely with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and an excellent patient experience.Applicants Should Meet The Following CriteriaRegistered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).Significant experience in the perioperative setting with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of procedures, including complex cases.Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.Strong understanding of clinical governance, infection control, and safety practices in theatre.Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatresPrevious orthopaedic experience essentialSalary & Benefits Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with servicePrivate Pension SchemePrivate Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditionsFriends & Family Hospital DiscountsFamily Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption payNon-contributory life insuranceStaff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefitsAccess to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeingEmployee recognition programmesIndustry leading training and development opportunities…and much more!Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to beselfless ,compassionate ,committed ,collaborative ,brave ,agile ,tenaciousandcreativeand are at the core of our purpose and culture.To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy:

Created: 2026-04-29