Hospital Sterilisation & Disinfection Unit Technician
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University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Hospital Sterilisation & Disinfection Unit Technician
The closing date is 21 September 2026
Job summary
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
Vacancies have arisen for the position of Sterile Services Technician working at Royal Stoke Hospital, cover will also be provided at the County Hospital, Stafford as required.
This is a fully flexible job role and shift patterns may be changed at short notice.Shift Patterns:
Predominantly working core shifts of - 14.00 hrs to 22.00hrs Monday through to Sunday with a day off in the week and working either a Saturday or Sunday . Cover for all shifts will be arranged on an adhoc basis.
Weekend working is incorporated within working hours, and will be between 08.00hrs - 20.00hrs on a Saturday and Sunday between 08.00hrs - 23.30hrsOn call and Bank Holiday working on rota are essential.Pay scale - Band 2 plus enhancement pay after 8.00pm as per Agenda for Change terms and conditions
Main duties of the job
The Hospital Sterilisation and Disinfection Unit services include, the supply and maintenance of surgical instruments including flexible endoscopes used in surgical and medical procedures. These items are checked into the department after use, then they are cleaned, disinfected, packaged, sterilised and delivered back to operating theatres, wards, departments, clinics and GP surgeries.
Applicants should be educated to GCSE level and have basic computer skills as the position involves daily use of a pc. You will be required to read small letters on instruments and follow written instructions. There will be a short test as part of the interview process and a full tour of the unit will be given. No experience is necessary as we will train you.
The successful candidate will have high standards, show a genuine interest in healthcare and patient safety, and be able to deliver high quality work to tight deadlines.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
205-8239041
Job locations
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke-On-Trent
ST4 6QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
The suitable candidates will be introduced to an environment which will offer them a job which is practical, busy, interesting and which will show them a valuable part of the Health Service for North Staffordshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
The suitable candidates will be introduced to an environment which will offer them a job which is practical, busy, interesting and which will show them a valuable part of the Health Service for North Staffordshire.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GOOD STANDARD OF EDUCATION WITH LITERACY AND NUMERACY SKILLS
Desirable
- WORKED IN A DECONTAMINATION ROLE
Experience
Essential
- WORKED IN A PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT
Skills
Essential
- ABILITY TO WORK WITHIN A TEAM
Desirable
- KNOWLEDGE OF INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES
Qualifications
Essential
- GOOD STANDARD OF EDUCATION WITH LITERACY AND NUMERACY SKILLS
Desirable
- WORKED IN A DECONTAMINATION ROLE
Experience
Essential
- WORKED IN A PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT
Skills
Essential
- ABILITY TO WORK WITHIN A TEAM
Desirable
- KNOWLEDGE OF INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke-On-Trent
ST4 6QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke-On-Trent
ST4 6QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Manager
Claire Cartlidge
01782672910
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
205-8239041
Job locations
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke-On-Trent
ST4 6QG
United Kingdom
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