Apprentice Sterile Services Technician
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Apprentice Sterile Services Technician
The closing date is 14 September 2026
Job summary
We are recruiting an Apprentice Sterile Services Technician to join our HSDU team on a Fixed Term 18 months apprenticeship contract in the decontamination unit.
Under supervision you will assist team members to undertake decontamination duties in all areas of the re-processing of Medical Devices by the receipt, wash assembly, pack, sterilisation, delivery and tracking and tracing process in accordance with policies & procedures, to both internal and external customers, providing a safe product for use in direct patient care.
The complexity of the work is such that all staff are expected to apply themselves fully to the task in hand, so that mistakes are minimised, patient safety is not compromised and customer requirements are met in the agreed turnaround times.
The successful candidate is expected to participate in the following shift pattern:
Monday - Friday - 1600-2400
Expectation to work 1 weekend in 4
There is the obligation to work 2 bank holiday a year
Main duties of the job
- The HSDU is responsible for providing a decontamination service within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and other specialist users outside the organization as in accordance with the UKCA Medical Device Directive
About us
Why work with us -As this role is an Apprenticeship there is an expectation that the successful candidate will undertake extensive training as an Apprentice Technician to the accepted standards.
This role offers you the chance to develop skills, knowledge and experience in this area of expertise and you will be expected to attend all college study days (or undertake distance learning) with the agreed training provider organisation. This will also include regular meetings and reviews with your Training Officer.
As a responsible employer and as required by Apprenticeship rules we will ensure that you have 20% 'off the job' training as specified in all Apprenticeship qualifications.
Upon completion of the full Apprenticeship and having met the expected standards of all employees within Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust there is the expectation that you will be offered a fully banded (Band 2) permanent role as a HSDU Technician within the HSDU Department.
Details
Date posted
24 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year (apprenticeship is paid £18,954, which is 75% of Band 2)
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-8094752-PC&S-A
Job locations
Torbay and Devon Hospital
HSDU, Level 4, Women's Unit, Torbay Hospital, TQ2 7AA
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of a team and liaise with other apprentices, technicians, supervisors and managers.
- Receive training instruction and advice from mentor/line manager Conduct working relationships in a manner that reflects a service orientated department and respects Trust values.
- To refer appropriate issues and raise uncertainties with senior staff
- Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers from other departments both inside the Trust and the Community Services and other agencies.
- To communicate with members of the public and patients.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of a team and liaise with other apprentices, technicians, supervisors and managers.
- Receive training instruction and advice from mentor/line manager Conduct working relationships in a manner that reflects a service orientated department and respects Trust values.
- To refer appropriate issues and raise uncertainties with senior staff
- Good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers from other departments both inside the Trust and the Community Services and other agencies.
- To communicate with members of the public and patients.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.
Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications, training and skills
Essential
- Good standard of education
- GCSE in English and Maths minium C grade or equivalent
- Organizational skills
- IT Skills
- Able to achieve deadlines/time management
- Able to prioritise own workloads
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time
- Good attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience in a healthcare setting
Qualifications, training and skills
Essential
- Good standard of education
- GCSE in English and Maths minium C grade or equivalent
- Organizational skills
- IT Skills
- Able to achieve deadlines/time management
- Able to prioritise own workloads
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time
- Good attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience in a healthcare setting
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay and Devon Hospital
HSDU, Level 4, Women's Unit, Torbay Hospital, TQ2 7AA
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay and Devon Hospital
HSDU, Level 4, Women's Unit, Torbay Hospital, TQ2 7AA
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
HSDU Operational Manager
Marcus Shannon
01803654622
Details
Date posted
24 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year (apprenticeship is paid £18,954, which is 75% of Band 2)
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-8094752-PC&S-A
Job locations
Torbay and Devon Hospital
HSDU, Level 4, Women's Unit, Torbay Hospital, TQ2 7AA
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
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