Job summary
- Main area
- Theatre
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full Time - 37.5 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 040-AHP082-0726
- Employer
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Grange University Hospital
- Town
- Llanfrechfa
- Salary
- £32,557 - £39,631 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Theatre Practitioner/Registered Nurse
Band 5
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Job overview
We are looking for highly motivated Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner to join our expanding Theatre Scrub Team at the new Specialist and Critical Care Centre.
The Grange University Hospital will provide a a centre of excellence in Gwent to treat the most seriously ill patients or those with significant injuries.
Main duties of the job
The theatre department provides a 7 day 24 hour service, with the requirement to work occasional weekends, nights and support other theatre departments within ABUHB. The department will undertake both emergency and elective procedures, covering General Surgery, ENT, Vascular, Obstetrics, Max Fax, Gynaecology, CEPOD and Trauma.
Newly appointed candidates will undertake a comprehensive training programme supported by our designated theatre Practice Educator.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Detailed job description and main 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 and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) NMC Registered OR Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) HCPC registered
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Theatre experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of current issues in health care
- Knowledge of research and its application in practice
- Efficient use of equipment and materials
- Comprehensive knowledge of ABUHB policy and procedures
- Good written and IT skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Patient and Public focussed
- Caring and empathetic
- Adopts a flexible approach to work and shift patterns
- Prepared to be accountable for own practice
- Professionally assertive. Must be willing to act as a patient’s advocate in communications with other Healthcare Professionals
- Demonstrates awareness of professional limitations
- Willingness to show initiative and self-directed learning
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel within geographical area in order to rotate between various sites within the ABUHB
- Flexible to the needs of the service, including on-call evenings and weekends
Desirable criteria
- Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Children’s Barred List check (delete as appropriate)
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Christine Marsh
- Job title
- Team Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01633 493406
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