Nursing Assistant - Ward 12

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Manchester is seeking dedicated Nursing Assistants to provide safe, compassionate care to patients. The ideal candidates should have a vocational qualification in healthcare and excellent communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development through the Support Worker Development Programme. A commitment to high standards of patient care is essential, with both full-time and part-time positions available.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care with empathy.
• Support a comprehensive induction and ongoing development.
• Participate in the Trust’s Care Certificate.
• Work collaboratively to deliver outstanding patient experience.
• Engage with patients in a caring manner.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to carry out routine tasks

Ability to relate well to patients

Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care

Friendly, open, empathetic, and compassionate

Education

Level 3 vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ)

Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or GCSE equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), our Nursing Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. We are looking to recruit individuals who are dedicated to the delivery of safe, clean and high quality nursing care. With a passion for helping others and an ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy in caring for our patients, your support and hands-on work will offer patients a more positive and reassuring hospital stay.

You will need to have excellent communication skills, a friendly and empathetic communication style, the ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues, the ability to work well in a team, and Maths & English GCSE C or above (or equivalent qualifications).

On joining MFT, you’ll be supported to develop your knowledge and skills through our Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants, which includes completion of the Care Certificate for candidates who have not completed this previously. The completion of this programme can provide progression opportunities and support career development within the Trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care with empathy, dignity and consideration.
• Support a comprehensive induction and ongoing development, including progression pathways to Band 3 where applicable.
• Participate in the Trust’s Care Certificate and clinical skills development as part of the progression process.
• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver an outstanding patient experience.
• Engage with patients, visitors and colleagues in a professional and caring manner.

Qualifications

Essential

• General education completed
• Holds Level 3 vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ) or an apprenticeship in clinical healthcare
• Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or GCSE equivalent

Desirable

• Currently works as a Band 3 nursing assistant
• Venipuncture skills
• ECG taking skills
• Clinical observations skills
• Hive experience

Experience

Essential

• Relevant work or voluntary experience in health or care
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding
• Knowledge and experience of infection prevention and control
• Experience of working with a group of patients
• Experience in handling patient/relative complaints as appropriate

Desirable

• Experience supporting quality improvement audits and research and development activities
• Experience working in more than one specialty within health care

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to carry out well-defined routine tasks
• Ability to work on own initiative under supervision of a Registered Healthcare Practitioner
• Ability to relate well to patients, relatives, visitors, colleagues and the wider Trust workforce
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care
• Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
• Professional outlook and positive attitude

Desirable

• Computer skills

Other Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the DBS will be required.

Employer details

Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Trafford General Hospital, Manchester, M41 5SL

Website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Additional notes

Details Date posted: 29 October 2025 | Band 2 | Salary £24,465 to £26,598 a year (pro rata for part-time) | Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time