Nursing Assistant - Children's Complex Care

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's Children’s Community Complex Care Team is recruiting nursing assistants to support children and young people with complex healthcare needs across the Manchester area. The role involves working with a team of registered nurses and carers, delivering person-centred care in homes and local settings, with flexible shifts across a 24/7 rota.

Applicants should hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle; progression through the Trust Clinical

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for children with complex health needs.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.
• Willingness to work across Manchester and flexible 24/7 rota.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to children and young people in homes and community settings.
• Work alongside registered nurses and carers as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support families to implement and manage complex care packages.

Skills

Compassionate care

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

The Children's Community Complex Care Team provides care and support to a range of children and young people with varying healthcare needs, some who are technology dependent, in a variety of settings across the Manchester area.The complex care team is currently looking to recruit nursing assistants to provide support and care to a range of young people across the city. The post holder will become part of a team of registered nurses and carers working with families and young people delivering a range of high quality care packages.You must be a highly motivated and dedicated individual who has the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service over a 24 hour/7 day period. Travelling across the Manchester area you will hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.

We are Manchester Local Care Organisation - an exciting, new public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We're driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Manchester by working across organisational boundaries.

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Band 2/3 Support Workers to join our community team, supporting children with complex health needs in their own homes and local environments. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families by providing high-quality, person-centred care. The post holder will become part of a team of registered nurses and carers working with families and young people delivering a range of high quality care packages. Do you enjoy working in partnership with children and families? Do you enjoy working in the community? Do you enjoy supporting children with a range of abilities requiring technological support? Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to extend your knowledge and experience of complex care? Posts are full time but we will consider part time applicants. The successful applicant will progress through, and upon completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme

demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC., Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.You'll find that we're committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we'll support you with training, development, and a caring

environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.Most importantly, you'll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You'll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.At MFT we're All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

Posts are full time but we will consider part time applicants. The successful applicant will progress through, and upon completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.

In return we can offer you a friendly support team, comprehensive induction, relevant training and development opportunities and also the opportunity to develop care skills working within a multidisciplinary framework in the community setting.