Theatre Assistant
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Theatre Assistant
The closing date is 09 November 2026
Job summary
Looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Want a job where no two days are the same?
We need highly motivated and suitably dedicated personnel for the available position as a Theatre Assistant working in Ysbyty Gwynedd Operating Theatres.
All new starters will be supported via the preceptorship programme that is available within the department.
The role is initially appointed at Band 2, with progression to Band 3 upon successful completion of in-house competencies. Candidates who can demonstrate existing theatre competence and meet the Band 3 requirements may be appointed directly to Band 3.
Main duties of the job
Providing support for the delivery of higher standard care to patients within the theatre complex. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the theatre, ensuring that patient care is non-discriminatory and non-prejudicial and of a high standard.To carry out tasks in accordance with unit policies and procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
02 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£26,300 to £27,890 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-ACS848-1126
Job locations
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Penrhosgarnedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in health care related subject or equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
- Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a Healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentially for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in perioperative support/or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment providing direct patient care
Desirable
- Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
- Experience of working within the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
- Organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as Teams
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks.
Desirable
- Welsh language skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children's barred list check
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in health care related subject or equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
- Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a Healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentially for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Desirable
- Level 3 qualification in perioperative support/or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment providing direct patient care
Desirable
- Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
- Experience of working within the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
- Organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as Teams
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks.
Desirable
- Welsh language skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children's barred list check
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
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
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Penrhosgarnedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Penrhosgarnedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Arweinydd Tim Theatr/Theatre Team Leader
Paul Castleman
03000841838
Details
Date posted
02 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£26,300 to £27,890 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-ACS848-1126
Job locations
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Penrhosgarnedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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