Nursing Assistant - Ward 12

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nursing Assistant for Ward 12 to deliver high-quality nursing care and support patients for a positive hospital experience. The role requires excellent communication and teamwork skills, with opportunities for induction and ongoing training. Permanent contracts available with flexible working patterns.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Empathetic and compassionate communication style preferred.
• Strong ability to engage effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, clean and high-quality nursing care.
• Support patients and contribute to a positive hospital experience.
• Participate in a comprehensive induction programme and training.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathetic and compassionate communication style

Ability to engage with patients

Teamwork

Maths & English GCSE C or above

Job description

Overview

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Job title

Nursing Assistant - Ward 12

The closing date is 12 November 2025

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Job summary

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 delivering safe, clean and high-quality nursing care. With a passion for helping others and an ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy, your hands-on work will offer patients a more positive and reassuring hospital stay and provide you with job satisfaction in knowing your dedication makes a real difference to both the ward and the people you care for.

You will need to have:

• Excellent communication skills – in particular listening skills
• A friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate communication style
• A strong ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues
• The ability to work well in a team
• Maths & English GCSE C or above (or equivalent qualifications)

Responsibilities (Main duties)

• Deliver safe, clean and high-quality nursing care as part of a forward-thinking and compassionate team
• Support patients and contribute to a positive and reassuring hospital experience
• Participate in a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training
• Engage with the team to maintain high standards of patient care

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,465 to £26,598 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 349-COR-7561335

Job locations

Trafford General Hospital, Manchester, M41 5SL

Employer details

Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Trafford General Hospital, Manchester, M41 5SL

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:
Ward manager: Emma Spivey
01617462414

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn. We are creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system and champion collaborative working with a 30,000-strong workforce across Manchester, Trafford and beyond. We launched Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system, in September 2022. We are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider and are committed to our Green Plan for sustainable healthcare. We promote inclusion, equal opportunities and the wellbeing of our staff as we shape the future of our organisation together.

Notes

Details are subject to change; please refer to the application portal for the most current information.