Theatre Support Worker - Band 2 | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Company: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

At CUH, our values of Together, Safe, Kind and Excellent are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for caring, compassionate individuals who are committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

Whether you are an experienced Theatre / Healthcare Support Worker or recent to care, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your healthcare career within a supportive and rewarding environment.

This role is offered at Band 2, you will need to be available to complete the 12 weeks Induction / Training at full time hours. Applicants must be able to work the variety of shift patterns in Theatres, as fixed shifts (for example, nights and weekends only) are not currently available. You will not be allocated any nights or weekends for at least 6 months and is dependent on availability. Once you have successfully completed the National Care Certificate Training, you will be moved to a Band 3 Theatre Support Worker. Please note that if you already hold an NHS-recognised Care Certificate and wish to be appointed directly to a Band 3 Theatre Support Worker role, you should apply via our Band 3 Theatre Support Worker advert. This advert is for the Band 2 entry-level pathway only.

Student visa holders: We can only offer a full-time permanent contract if you have successfully completed your course, you will ned to have either applied for, or obtained, a Graduate Visa before your anticipated start date.

As a Theatre Support Worker, you will assist with patient care and other departmental related duties as directed by Registered Theatre Practitioner.





We expect you to carry out several duties including but not limited to cleaning the theatre between cases, helping with stock management and ensuring safety in theatres.

About the Role:

The role is varied, equally challenging and rewarding. You will have the opportunity to really make a difference to the experience of patients. Full time and part time posts will be considered, and shifts include long days, nights, weekends, and public holidays. Our TSW’s will need the flexibility to cover varied shift patterns.

CUH is committed to supporting your learning and career progression. As a Theatre Support Worker, you will have access to:

The National Care Certificate

Ongoing skills development and training

Functional Skills support in English and Maths

Further information on development pathways will be provided during your induction.

Interviews will be held face to face at Addenbrookes Hospital on Tuesday 27th October 2026, there are no remote interviews available.

Come Nurse with us…

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It’s a great place to nurse, work and live.





You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practice your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together – Protected, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

In line with Home Office guidance, please note thatCUH is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

The position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship and includes a mandatory 12-week training period. As a result, we cannot accept applications from individuals who do not have the right to work in the UK or who have less than6months remaining on their visafrom the proposed start date.

CUH provides a comprehensivefour-week Clinical Support Staff Induction Programme, together with support to achieve theNational Care Certificate. This programme is designed to help you settle into the organisation and become a valued member of the clinical team. Please note thatattendance on all four weeks o

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