Job Description

Spire Leicester Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Theatre Assistant to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a hands-on role supporting our theatre team to deliver a safe, efficient and patient-focused service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide a reliable and efficient portering service within the theatre department
• Escort patients safely between wards, departments and theatres
• Transport equipment, specimens, records, linen and supplies as required
• Support the theatre team with moving and positioning patients and equipment
• Assist with preparing theatre areas and setting up equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised environment
• Follow infection prevention and control and health & safety procedures at all times
• Work as part of the wider theatre team to support the smooth running of the department

Who We're Looking For

• Experience in a porter or similar hands-on role, ideally within a healthcare setting
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
• A team player who can follow instructions and get stuck in
• A caring, professional approach with a focus on patient experience
• Good understanding of health & safety and infection control
• Experience of moving and handling patients
• Familiarity with theatre or clinical equipment is an advantage

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion.
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employees’ well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

[Employer hidden] is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

[Employer hidden] are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it’s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets [Employer hidden] apart.

Additional Information

Job Identification: 26880

Posting Date: 04/30/2026

Apply Before: 05/28/2026

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: Gartree Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 2FF, GB