Job Description

Are you passionate about patient safety and clinical excellence? Do you thrive in a team-focused environment where precision and professionalism are key? Benenden Hospital is looking for a dedicated Decontamination Services Technician to join our expert team.



We are currently recruiting for a Decontamination Services Technician to support clinical activity and excellence in patient safety by providing a controlled Decontamination Service for reusable medical devices at the hospital.



As a DS Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting clinical activity by ensuring reusable medical devices are safely and effectively reprocessed. Working within a controlled decontamination service, you'll contribute directly to patient care and safety.



The role is permanent and full time and the working hours are 7am - 3pm or 11am - 7pm Monday to Saturday on rotation.

About us

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At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.



Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.

About the role

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At Benenden we're proud of our Outstanding CQC status and we want you to be too. You will be a valued member of the team, where we will encourage and support you to develop new skills and knowledge in line with our gold award as an Investor of People.



You will be expected to contribute and to support the department's best practice and continuous improvements.



As our DS Technician you will plan and prioritise your workload with consideration to the DS Team and the needs of our patients and work in accordance with the department's Standard Operating and Procedures and Quality Management System.


Reprocess reusable surgical instruments and flexible endoscopes through all stages: receipt, cleaning, inspection, packing, sterilization, and dispatch. Operate decontamination equipment and perform routine tests as per maintenance schedules. Use electronic tracking systems to maintain full traceability. Prioritise workload in collaboration with the DS team and internal customers. Report breakdowns, non-conformances, and assist with investigations. Communicate professionally with hospital colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills and experience required

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Experience in decontamination of reusable medical devices - Desirable Educated to GCSE level or equivalent NVQ Level 3/Technical Certificate Decontamination or equivalent level or knowledge and experience through decontamination training or a willingness to undertake Good IT skills Working in a timely manner while achieving high levels of accuracy Be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs of the workplace

Benefits include

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Competitive salaries 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10% Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities Excellent Life Assurance benefit Free parking Subsidised eye tests Free Flu vaccinations Free tea and coffee Subsidised on site Restaurant

"I love working at Benenden Hospital, it's a beautiful location in the countryside", "the whole organisation is supportive", "it's the team, the team are amazing", "Benenden is a bit like a family", "the whole atmosphere is brilliant"



These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.

How to apply

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If you wish to apply for this position, please complete and submit our application form with your CV attached.



If you have any questions please contact kentcareers@benenden.org.uk

Closing Date: 20th January 2026

Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, If a sufficient number of applications are received



A member of HR will be in contact in due course.



If you have further questions please email kentcareers@benenden.org.uk



Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.



All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.



Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship as an organisation



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