Registered Nurse/ODP, Band 5

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates hospitals on our two main sites in Cheltenham and Gloucester, and we're one of the largest NHS trusts in the country. Our workforce of almost 9,000 staff provide high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.

The post anaesthetic care unit (Recovery) at Cheltenham General Hospital is seeking Nurses/ODPs to join their friendly and supportive team.

The CGH Recovery team currently consists of 43 members of staff who operate in 3 recovery areas. Specialties include Elective General Surgery, Urology, Breast, Colorectal, Upper GI, Gynae, Elective Orthopaedics, and Ophthalmology.

Our busy recovery areas equate to 22 beds in total and our daily throughput of patients can range from 30-50 per day.

If you want to work in a dynamic and fulfilling team environment, then this job is for you. We offer continual learning, and you will be supported by mentors throughout your induction period.

Additional working pattern details: On call

We are currently offering a full time or part time position. A professional, friendly attitude and effective communication skills are keys to becoming successful in this role. If you require any further information then please contact Band 7 SODP Natasha Long (tasha.long@nhs.net) or Band 6 Sister Margie Lumactod (Margie.lumactod@nhs.net)We also welcome informal visits to meet our friendly team and department

The proposed interview date is: 1st July

Main duties of the job

To work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Communicate effectively with patients, carers, relatives and all members of the multidisciplinary team

Maintain and develop high standards of care

To manage caseload of patients within defined clinical area.

Take on responsibility for personal development and support the development and supervision of others by developing and maintaining specialist knowledge pertaining to theatres.

Contribute towards the continuing development of professional practice in the clinical area

Conduct oneself in a professional manner and be a role model to less experienced/ non registered and new staff at all times

Work proactively to ensure that every patient attendance meets the patient's expectations and needs with timely undertaking of procedure and effective communication with relatives, patients and carers.

To supervise and teach junior members of staff and learners as required, and maintain own personal development with support.

Although based in Cheltenham General Theatres there is potential for occasional cross-site working/cover.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

15 June 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0396

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital

Sandford Road

Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

United Kingdom

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