Job summary THEATRES, CRITICAL CARE, ANAESTHETICS, PAIN MANAGEMENT & PRE-OPERATIVE ASSESSMENT (TCAPP) DIRECTORATE THEATRE MANAGER PERMANENT, FULL TIME - 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK As a Trust, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to all patients undergoing treatment within our Theatres Department. We are looking for an exceptional individual, with significant experience in operational and clinical leadership within theatres, who is enthusiastic about helping us to achieve this ambition. The Theatre Manager is a pivotal role, providing day to day operational leadership for 17 theatres and 4 treatment rooms at Russells Hall Hospital and Corbett Hospital. It is an exciting time to be joining the department with the installation of new hybrid and DaVinci robotic theatres and acquisition of a MAKO orthopaedic robot, as well as numerous clinical pathway developments that will improve the experience and outcomes for our patients. The successful candidate will need to be proactive, resourceful and adept at problem solving. An ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders is essential. This is a busy role, so confidence in managing competing priorities is also a must. Above all we are looking for someone who is passionate about improving care and helping us to evolve and adapt for the future. Main duties of the job The Theatre Manager will be highly visible, providing operational leadership for all theatres and minor procedure rooms at both Russells Hall Hospital and the Corbett Hospital. The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring that the theatres deliver safe, efficient and effective care, proactively managing the overall productivity of each theatre and recovery to co-ordinate patient flow through the department. This will involve taking action to address issues that are likely to impact on theatre utilisation. This will require close liaison with clinical and non-clinical staff within the surgical directorates and wards. The Theatre Manager plays a key role in list planning to ensure that the sessions are realistic, achievable, and run to time. This role provides the first-line response to avoid non-clinical cancellations on the day or surgery, and where this is unavoidable, communicating these to the appropriate teams. The Theatre Manager will work closely with the Matron and Deputy Matron for Theatres to ensure that safe staffing levels are maintained, and that all staff are able to take breaks that they are entitled to. About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk) Details Date posted 19 June 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 253-0625-7190116 Job locations Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Registered with the NMC or HCPC Recognised qualification in Theatre practice or equivalent level of experience Desirable Management qualification and/or evidence of further academic development Teaching/assessing qualification Evidence of multi-skilled practice Degree or evidence of study at degree level Experience Essential Substantial experience of operational management in an acute theatre setting in a senior role Experience of working with Procurement Specialists to ensure that the principle of quality, safety and value are embedded in the management of stock Able to demonstrate undertaking quality initiatives with audited outcomes Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Leadership skills - good leadership and influencing skills Effective communicator, both orally and in writing, able to motivate and influence Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of in depth knowledge and experience of practice and policy across a broad range of responsibilities e.g. Financial, HR, Governance Evidence of in-depth and current speciality knowledge Committed to own Continuing Professional Development and developing clinical practice Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Registered with the NMC or HCPC Recognised qualification in Theatre practice or equivalent level of experience Desirable Management qualification and/or evidence of further academic development Teaching/assessing qualification Evidence of multi-skilled practice Degree or evidence of study at degree level Experience Essential Substantial experience of operational management in an acute theatre setting in a senior role Experience of working with Procurement Specialists to ensure that the principle of quality, safety and value are embedded in the management of stock Able to demonstrate undertaking quality initiatives with audited outcomes Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Leadership skills - good leadership and influencing skills Effective communicator, both orally and in writing, able to motivate and influence Knowledge & Training Essential Evidence of in depth knowledge and experience of practice and policy across a broad range of responsibilities e.g. Financial, HR, Governance Evidence of in-depth and current speciality knowledge Committed to own Continuing Professional Development and developing clinical practice 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russells Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, DY1 2HQ Dudley, United Kingdom