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HSDU Technician
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 14 day(s) ago
Reference: 2308375
Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly and busy Hospital Sterile Decontamination Unit (HSDU) team at Frimley Park Hospital, Surrey.
The HSDU plays a vital role in patient safety by providing a high-quality decontamination service to operating theatres, wards and departments across the Trust, including Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Short Stay Unit, Treatment Centre and Central Delivery Suite. We also support external customers such as GP surgeries.
This is a full time position working the following shift pattern:
Week 1: Monday - Wednesday 13:30-21:30, Thursday 14:00-21:30 and Saturday 09:00-18:00.
Week 2: Monday - Thursday 13:30 - 21:30 and Friday 10:00-18:00.
Some flexibility is required, as cross-site working may occasionally be needed.
No previous experience is required and full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in healthcare support services.
Main duties of the job
As part of the HSDU team, you will be responsible for the safe and effective reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments, ensuring they are ready for clinical use.
Your duties will include:
- Cleaning, inspecting, assembling, packaging and sterilising surgical equipment.
- Receiving contaminated instruments and preparing them for decontamination.
- Operating automated washers and sterilisers in line with procedures.
- Manually cleaning and assembling equipment according to manufacturer guidance.
- Scanning instrument trays using a computerised tracking system.
- Maintaining clean and safe workstations and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Reporting equipment defects or discrepancies to team leaders.
- Supporting stock control, audits and investigations into non-conformances.
About us
Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
Details
Date posted
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£26,618 a year per annum incl HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
151-LC516
Job locations
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley, Surrey
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
About You
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Motivated and keen to learn.
- Able to work well as part of a team, with good communication skills.
- Comfortable working independently and following procedures.
- Committed to delivering a high-quality, patient-focused service.
You will be required to complete all mandatory training, including Health & Safety, Fire Safety and Manual Handling, alongside role-specific HSDU training.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About You
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Motivated and keen to learn.
- Able to work well as part of a team, with good communication skills.
- Comfortable working independently and following procedures.
- Committed to delivering a high-quality, patient-focused service.
You will be required to complete all mandatory training, including Health & Safety, Fire Safety and Manual Handling, alongside role-specific HSDU training.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Good standard of education
- Good level of numeracy and literacy
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Sterile Services trained
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy environment
- Experience of working in a customer led environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working to a Quality System
Skills
Essential
- Team Player
- Able to follow instruction
- Flexible
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Understanding of decontamination
Special Requirements
Essential
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods of time
- Able to work in an enclosed environment
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Good standard of education
- Good level of numeracy and literacy
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Sterile Services trained
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy environment
- Experience of working in a customer led environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience of working to a Quality System
Skills
Essential
- Team Player
- Able to follow instruction
- Flexible
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Understanding of decontamination
Special Requirements
Essential
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods of time
- Able to work in an enclosed environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley, Surrey
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley, Surrey
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)