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  1. Surgical care practitioner

    Surgical care practitioners are  members of the surgery team within the NHS. You'll support surgeons and other healthcare professionals before, during and after surgical procedures.

    You'll need to be a qualified and registered healthcare professional such as a nurse or allied health professional with at least 18 months experience.
    Surgical care practitioners in the NHS work standard hours, which are likely to be around 37.5 a week. While training, they will be paid at band 6 of the Agenda for Change pay rates and at band 7 after qualifying.
    You'll need a commitment to patient care and patient safety, an understanding surgical team and an aptitude for both clinical and operative practice.
    As a member of the surgical team, you'll be offered opportunities to develop your career further by learning more about service delivery. This will support your progression through the Agenda for Change banding structure.

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