Nursing Assistant

NHS; North Shields; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider is seeking two Band 3 nursing assistants for their North Tyneside General Hospital. The role involves working in a dynamic nursing team to deliver high-quality patient care, assisting with personal hygiene and monitoring patient observations. Applicants should have a Level 3 healthcare qualification and strong communication skills. This part-time position offers flexibility and requires commitment to promoting health within the ward.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience in a health or social care setting.
• Knowledge of care procedures and clinical observations.
• Completion of a competency-based programme or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified nurses in assessment, planning, delivery of nursing care.
• Provide basic nursing care and monitor patients' vital signs.
• Maintain high clinical standards in the ward environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic nursing care

Education

Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject

Job description

Overview

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 8 North Tyneside General Hospital, for two Band 3 nursing assistants to join the team. We are a 12 bedded elective orthopaedic unit that specialises in joint replacements. We are looking for candidates that are motivated and committed to ensure safe and high quality care. You will be expected to work as part of a dynamic nursing team, delivering all aspects of care to patients and have excellent communication skills. Previous experience in a similar setting is desirable, but not essential. These posts will be rotational between day/night shift.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

Main duties

The main purpose of the role is to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care working as a member of the multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the nurses and the ward manager.

To assist the qualified nursing staff in the delivery of high quality direct and indirect patient care. To provide assistance and support to patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team. To maintain high clinical standards. To help maintain a clean and safe ward environment.

About us

We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, in addition to our state-of-the-art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital. We also care for people in their homes and provide services from facilities in local communities such as health centres. We give people greater choice and control over their care to help them to live independently at home and avoid hospital admission where appropriate. High quality patient care is at the heart of everything we do and we strive to ensure every single patient and service user has an exceptional experience with us. We have one of the most extensive patient experience programmes of any trust in England.

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rata per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 319-7555276JA-HAS

Job location: North Tyneside General Hospital, Rake Lane, North Shields, NE29 8NH

Job responsibilities

To assist the qualified nurses in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. To give basic nursing care, e.g.; assistance with personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility needs, washing under direct or indirect supervision. Monitor patients observations and vital signs including fluid balance. To report accurately perceived changes in a patient’s manner, observation, eating habits, etc. To promote health within the ward setting. Organises own day to day work tasks or activities under supervision of qualified staff. Able to respond to the changing needs of patients and ward routines.

Person specification

Qualifications and knowledge - Essential

• Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject or a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience
• Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
• Completion of a competency-based programme or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous care experience in a health or social care setting

Disclosures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the Northumbria NHS website.

Note: From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement.

Employer details

Employer: Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address: North Tyneside General Hospital, Rake Lane, North Shields, NE29 8NH

Employer's website: northumbria.nhs.uk