Health Care Assistant - Acute Respiratory Unit | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization in England is seeking Health Care Assistants to join the Acute Respiratory Unit. You will work alongside a Registered Nurse to provide personal care to patients and maintain thorough documentation. The role offers a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave and flexible working opportunities. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a Registered Nurse to develop and deliver a personalised plan of care to patients.
• Assist with personal care needs such as washing and dressing, mobility support, and nutritional care.
• Maintain thorough records and documentation in line with local policies.

Job description

Overview

Health Care Assistants are invited to join the Acute Respiratory Unit at Fairfield General Hospital. The Acute Respiratory Unit on Wards 11a/b is a fast-paced, high-acuity unit caring for Respiratory, General Medical and ENT patients.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a Registered Nurse to develop and deliver a personalised plan of care to patients.
• Assist with personal care needs such as washing and dressing, mobility support, and nutritional care.
• Maintain thorough records and documentation in line with local policies.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford.

Values and culture

We are committed to delivering high standards of care and working with local authorities and partners. We value care, appreciation and inspiration in our team.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave and flexible working opportunities.
• Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities to support work-life balance.

To read more about the advertised role and main duties, please refer to the supporting documents in the candidate information pack. This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025.