Deputy Team Leader Scrub
Go back Ashford & St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 28 April 2026
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced motivated practitioner to take upon this exciting opportunity of becoming a Scrub Deputy Team Leader.
Applications are welcome from Experienced Registered Nurses/ODP’s who would like to learn new skills and knowledge in management and leadership.
As a Deputy Team Leader you will be expected to demonstrate being an excellent role model, and have the skills and knowledge to be an effective leader. You will provide specialist surgical scrub and circulating clinical support and be encouraged to work towards acting up in the absence of seniors.
Main duties of the job
You will work closely with the Team Leaders and Theatre Coordinator to establish a good working environment and to make the most effective and efficient use of staff, supplies, and services.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate high level organisational skills including time management, the ability to confidently prioritise and organise clinical and managerial responsibilities. You will also be expected to participate in effective clinical leadership and management of the team, supporting and developing junior and new members of the team, and be committed to delivering a high quality service to ensure patient care, safety, and experience is the best it can be.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.
Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.
We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.
St Peter’s Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.
Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward-thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.
Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.
Job responsibilities
Take personal responsibility to maintain own continuous professional development and safe work practice.
You will be required to demonstrate leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
In the absence of team leaders, you will be expected to deputise and take charge of the given area of your expertise. You will be expected to help maintain high standards of practice and act as a role model to your team.
Person Specification
Skills
- Lead and manage different specialties
- Leadership course
- Supporting juniors and learners
- PS/PA
Qualifications
- theatre experienced RGN/ODP
- Theatre Course/ sfa
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387 a year inc. HCAS
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