Theatre Manager

Theatre Manager | Spire Harpenden Hospital | Permanent | Full Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Lead Outstanding Surgical Services
Spire Harpenden Hospital is seeking an experienced and dynamic Theatre Manager to lead our Theatre Department and drive excellence across our perioperative services. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate healthcare leader to join one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers and play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care, clinical quality and operational performance.

Working closely with Consultants, HoDs and the Senior Management Team, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership for the theatre department, ensuring the safe, efficient and effective delivery of services.

This role is ideal for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing high-performing teams while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical and operational leadership across Theatre, Recovery and Anaesthetic services.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and an outstanding patient experience.
• Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary teams to achieve excellence in clinical practice and service delivery.
• Drive performance against key theatre utilisation, productivity and quality metrics.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance standards, regulatory requirements and hospital policies.
• Manage departmental budgets, workforce planning and resource allocation effectively.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and staff engagement.
• Work collaboratively with Consultants and key stakeholders to support service growth and business objectives.
• Lead recruitment, retention and professional development initiatives within the department.
• Support hospital-wide operational requirements and contribute as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. As a member of the hospital leadership team, the successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly in line with service demands, departmental priorities, and operational business needs.

Who We're Looking For Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Significant post-registration experience within a theatre environment.
• Previous experience in a Theatre Manager, Deputy Theatre Manager or senior leadership role.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement frameworks.
• Demonstrable experience managing theatre operations, workforce planning and departmental budgets.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification.
• Experience within the independent healthcare sector.
• Evidence of successfully delivering service improvements and operational efficiencies.

What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Continuous professional development and leadership training
• Career progression opportunities within Spire Healthcare

About Spire Harpenden Hospital
Spire Harpenden Hospital is a well-established private hospital providing excellent care to patients across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. With modern facilities, expert clinical teams and a commitment to outstanding patient outcomes, we deliver a comprehensive range of surgical and medical services in a supportive and patient-focused environment.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to influence the future direction of our theatre services, inspire and develop talented teams, and make a meaningful impact on patient care and operational excellence.

If you're an experienced perioperative leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of surgical care at Spire Harpenden Hospital.