Deputy Sister/Deputy Principal Odp – Day Surgery

Deputy Sister/Deputy Principal ODP – Day Surgery

Closing date: 26 July 2026

Job Summary

Exciting and challenging role for an experienced Theatre Practitioner with at least two years of work in a Day Surgery Theatre setting and an interest in anaesthetics. Fixed‑term position across Dorset County Hospital and Weymouth Community Hospital, with the expectation to work across the Theatre Complex, including the Main Theatres.

Responsibilities

• Support the Day Surgery Teams and Unit Manager, promoting high standards of evidence‑based patient care.
• Undertake HR duties and line‑manage a small team.
• Operate across Dorset County Hospital theatres, recovery bays, ward areas and the Easton Eye Day Case Unit, as well as the satellite unit in Weymouth Community Hospital.
• Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.

Job Details

• Position: Fixed‑term, 12 months, Full‑time or Part‑time.
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change; £39,959 to £48,117 per annum (pro‑rata).
• Band: 6.
• Locations: Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, and Weymouth Community Hospital.
• Reference number: 405-26-NM363DSU.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/ODP.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Proficient day‑surgery practice.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.

Desirable

• Time‑management skills.
• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems.
• Area of special interest.
• Leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical audit.
• Evidence of critical appraisal skills.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post‑registration experience at Band 5 in Day Surgery, including nurse‑led discharge.
• Experience of change and expansion of service to support Day Surgery development and theatre‑efficiency projects.
• Understanding of theatre utilisation and best‑practice tariff targets.

Desirable

• Understanding of professional nursing/ODP issues.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.

Employment Terms

UKVI Sponsorship available under the Skilled Worker route. Current UK professional registration is required. Disclosure and Barring Service Check will be conducted.

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