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Key Responsibilities

Undertake routine tasks related to patient health and wellbeing Check that the correct instruments are present on trays pre‑ and post‑decontamination Pack linen, instruments,

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Spire Harstwoods Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Sterile Services Decontamination (SSD) Assistant to join our Theatre Department on a full time basis.

The successful candidate will support the SSD team by cleaning, sterilising, and packing theatre instruments, ensuring all equipment is correct, safe, and ready for use. This is a physically demanding role, involving regular manual handling and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

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→Undertake routine tasks related to patient health and wellbeing
→Check that the correct instruments are present on trays pre‑ and post‑decontamination
→Pack linen, instruments, and consumables for sterilisation
→Accurately complete instrument tracking systems
→Monitor and report instrument repairs
→Check the function of sterilising and decontamination equipment in line with manufacturers’ instructions
→Carry out physical duties, including heavy lifting, as required

Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ Level 3 in Decontamination (desirable)
Self‑motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Basic awareness of health, safety, and hygiene standards

Shifts - Any time between 7.30am to 20.30am including rotational Saturdays

Infection control principles
Fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
SSD machinery
Basic surgical instruments and equipment
Sterile packing techniques
ISO standards

What We Offer

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We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

✓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

“Spire Healthcare 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.”

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

For further information please call Carly on 07850725333 or email carly.dack@spirehealthcare.com

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.