Paediatric/Adult Recovery Practitioner | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £32,073 - £39,043 £32,073 - £39,043 Pro Rata Per Annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7973485/188-NM070426 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer opportunities to work with us in our Theatre Recovery department. We are looking for friendly enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic and highly skilled team. We welcome applications from Paediatric and Adult Registered Nurses and RODP’s, specialist training will be given to enable all successful candidates to work across all areas of recovery.
We operate a 24/7 service
Our recovery team currently has around 107 WTE members of registered staff, from varying international backgrounds.
We have 45 beds and work across 6 recovery areas covering multiple specialities. Paediatric and Adult patients are cared for in these areas.
Our staff are recognised for their hard work and dedication in patient care and the department has received multiple awards.
The successful candidates will be expected to cover a range of shifts, inclusive of early/middle/lates/twilight and night shifts across 7 days a week.
Secondment opportunities are also available for this role.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
This role requires you to provide outstanding care to both adults and children including for children their parents/carers in the post-operative phase, across a range of specialities. We care for patients across the lifespan.
Undertake A-E assessments, perform emergency airway interventions and manage acute deterioration of the patient.
Support learners throughout the department and engage with the education team regarding your continual professional development
Adhere to all trust policies
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Candidates can be either Paediatric or Adult Registered Nurses or RODP’s
Understanding of personal accountability
Practice and promotes the use of evidence-based practice
This advert closes on Wednesday 13 May 2026