Theatres Professional and Educational Lead
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 5 days ago
Department Surgery
Band 8a
Hours 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Theatre Practitioner to join the Surgery Division in a key leadership role providing professional leadership through a strong visible presence in order to develop clinical practice and the provision of a safe, effective and high-quality care environment for patients.
The role will ensure patient care is delivered by an appropriately skilled and educated theatre workforce, through effective leadership and the maintenance of professional standards.
We are looking for someone who brings positivity, energy and a genuine passion for supporting people to succeed. Our leadership philosophy is grounded in a coaching approach; we are committed to developing individuals and teams, building capability, and creating an environment where people feel empowered to lead improvement.
We want an individual who can inspire others, foster strong relationships, challenge constructively, and support teams through change with compassion and professionalism.
This is not simply a role focused on reacting to day-to-day pressures, we are seeking a leader who is motivated to help us grow, innovate and continually improve.
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Emma Codrington at emma.codrington@mkuh.nhs.uk.
Interview w/c 14 September 2026
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
'94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users.''NHS Staff Survey 2024'
You will join a supportive and ambitious senior theatre team that values collaboration, continuous learning and shared success. Whether leading quality improvement initiatives, developing future leaders, strengthening governance processes, or celebrating excellence in patient care, you will play an important role in helping us achieve our vision of delivering outstanding care and creating high-performing teams across the division.
Provide professional leadership through a strong visible presence in order to develop clinical practice and the provision of a safe, effective and high-quality care environment for patients.
Ensure high quality, safe patient care is delivered by an appropriately skilled and educated workforce, through effective leadership by setting standards and performance monitoring of those standards.
Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure a high standard of quality care delivery including - safety , effectiveness and patient experience, learning from feedback.
Be responsible for the development and delivery of programmes of education that support workforce transformation within the Theatre department, including the implementation of new and advanced roles.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -
For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton Keynes
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emma Codrington Job title: Divisional Chief Nurse Surgery Email address: emma.codrington@mkuh.nhs.uk
Band 8a
Hours 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Theatre Practitioner to join the Surgery Division in a key leadership role providing professional leadership through a strong visible presence in order to develop clinical practice and the provision of a safe, effective and high-quality care environment for patients.
The role will ensure patient care is delivered by an appropriately skilled and educated theatre workforce, through effective leadership and the maintenance of professional standards.
We are looking for someone who brings positivity, energy and a genuine passion for supporting people to succeed. Our leadership philosophy is grounded in a coaching approach; we are committed to developing individuals and teams, building capability, and creating an environment where people feel empowered to lead improvement.
We want an individual who can inspire others, foster strong relationships, challenge constructively, and support teams through change with compassion and professionalism.
This is not simply a role focused on reacting to day-to-day pressures, we are seeking a leader who is motivated to help us grow, innovate and continually improve.
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Emma Codrington at emma.codrington@mkuh.nhs.uk.
Interview w/c 14 September 2026
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
'94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users.''NHS Staff Survey 2024'
You will join a supportive and ambitious senior theatre team that values collaboration, continuous learning and shared success. Whether leading quality improvement initiatives, developing future leaders, strengthening governance processes, or celebrating excellence in patient care, you will play an important role in helping us achieve our vision of delivering outstanding care and creating high-performing teams across the division.
Provide professional leadership through a strong visible presence in order to develop clinical practice and the provision of a safe, effective and high-quality care environment for patients.
Ensure high quality, safe patient care is delivered by an appropriately skilled and educated workforce, through effective leadership by setting standards and performance monitoring of those standards.
Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure a high standard of quality care delivery including - safety , effectiveness and patient experience, learning from feedback.
Be responsible for the development and delivery of programmes of education that support workforce transformation within the Theatre department, including the implementation of new and advanced roles.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -
For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton Keynes
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emma Codrington Job title: Divisional Chief Nurse Surgery Email address: emma.codrington@mkuh.nhs.uk
