Theatre Practitioner - ODP​/Theatre Nurse - Bank

Theatre Practitioner – Bank | KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

Flexible Working | Zero Hours Contract | £23.00 per hour plus Holiday Pay

Are you a skilled and dedicated Theatre Practitioner who is looking to work in a modern and supportive environment? Are you looking for a strong work life balance? Do you want to take a stepping stone into private healthcare without a long-term commitment?

At KIMS Hospital, we are proud to be an AFPP-accredited theatres team, committed to maintaining the highest standards in surgical practice. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Theatre Practitioner to join our bank staff team. This is a flexible role, working across anaesthetics, scrub, or recovery, ensuring top-quality clinical care and safety for patients within the theatre unit.

As a Theatre Practitioner, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team, with a focus on delivering excellent healthcare. You will be an experienced ODP or Theatre Nurse
, driven by a passion for patient care, and eager to contribute to a high-performing team.

This is a bank role on a zero-hours contract, offering shifts between Monday and Saturday (07:30 – 18:00)

• Assess patient care requirements independently and act as a resource for other staff, implementing care and evaluating outcomes.
• Undertake all safety checks to a high standard and document appropriately.
• Work flexibly across anaesthetics, scrub, and recovery, depending on the department's needs.
• Ensure the highest standards of infection prevention and control are maintained.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to facilitate cohesive teamwork.

• Registered Practitioner (RN or ODP).
• Post-registration clinical experience providing expert scrub support in Orthopaedic cases in an acute hospital (NHS or independent).
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and its application.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and a commitment to personal growth.
• Passionate about providing exceptional patient care.

• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
• Life Assurance
• Free Eye Test

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy or would like to discuss the role further, Diane would be happy to assist. Please contact her on or email .

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at