Theatre Support Assistant- WMS
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
London, W1G 8PH
Salary
£31,066
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
9 September 2026
9 days left
Job description
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Based in the Marylebone area, UCLH at Westmoreland Street Hospital is looking to recruit a Theatre Support Assistant to work in the Theatres/ Recovery Unit.
We are looking for individuals who are available to work full-time and flexible (including evenings and shift work). You will be expected to integrate quickly with an established team of staff to deliver quality care.
If you are shortlisted, our recruitment and selection process for all candidates is as follows:
You will be invited to attend an assessment Centre, whereby you will undertake an hour-long numeracy and literacy test.
If you pass this test, you will be invited for a personal interview with the Theatre/ Recovery Lead Practitioners.
This process helps you identify whether we are the right employer for you and helps us identify if you are the right candidate for us.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital
- Eastman Dental Hospital
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE/O Levels including Maths and English, or ability to demonstrate equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience in carrying out assigned duties after training
- Good standard of written and spoken English
Desirable
- Working in a team
- Working in a Health Care or related setting
Communication
Essential
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team
Health, Safety and Security
Essential
- Understands importance of Infection control
Service Improvement
Essential
- Ability to carry out administrative and clerical duties appropriate to the work area.
Quality
Essential
- Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity.
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities.
Desirable
- Experience of giving care in a multi-cultural environment
Enablement to address health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Able to provide essential care for patients as directed.
Information Processing
Essential
- Prepared to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record information.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
26 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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