Nursing Assistant/Health Care Support Worker

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced Nursing Assistant/Health Care Support Worker to provide clinical care in patients' homes. The role involves working without direct supervision, conducting tasks like venepuncture and ECGs, and communicating effectively with patients and healthcare practitioners. A full UK driving license and commitment to a flexible rota are essential. Join a collaborative multi-disciplinary team and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

Specialist training

One-to-one clinical support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with venepuncture and ECG acquisition.
• Capability to work without direct supervision.
• Commitment to a seven-day service working between 08:00–22:00.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical care for patients in their home without direct supervision.
• Complete observations and document accordingly.
• Prioritise your own caseload of work.

Skills

Venepuncture

ECG acquisition

Effective communication

Job description

Job Overview

Are you an experienced Nursing Assistant/Health Care Support Worker that is passionate about keeping patients in the comfort of their own home to avoid hospital admissions, or supporting early discharge? Then this is the role for you.

Hospital at Home is a community-based service providing care at home within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT). We are a service in South Manchester as part of Manchester Community Response (MCR), working alongside other services such as Crisis response, Discharge to Assess, and IV. We take referrals from both hospital and community and provide input for clinical, therapy, and social needs, allowing patients to stay in their own home. If you would like to read more about our service, read here Hospital At Home - South Manchester - Manchester Local Care Organisation.

As a part of MCR, although predominantly working within Hospital at Home, there is an expectation to work across the floor to support other teams we work alongside.

We will support you with specialist and bespoke training to reach your potential and excel in your chosen career path. You will receive one-to-one clinical support, professional development, and guidance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical care for patients in their own home, working without direct supervision, with immediate access to a qualified staff member for advice and direction on care as required.
• Undertake venepuncture, obtain ECGs, and complete observations and document accordingly.
• Prioritise your own caseload of work and be responsible for tasks delegated from a registered nurse.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, and other healthcare practitioners, internal and external to the team, ensuring any concerns are listened to and relevant actions are taken.
• Act in a manner that illustrates respect for privacy, dignity and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle. You will be travelling across the South Manchester locality.
• Commitment to a seven-day service working between the hours of 08:00–22:00 on a rota basis.
• Capability to work without direct supervision.
• Experience with venepuncture and ECG acquisition.

Benefits and Working Environment

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000+ strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. The Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working, empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported and encouraged to thrive. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact and to shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.