Nursing Assistant- Ward A3 | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants to join a fast-paced trauma and orthopaedic ward. You will provide high-quality patient-focused care and assist with personal care needs. The position offers training opportunities and career progression within the trust. Applications are welcome from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Support patients with personal care needs, including bathing and dressing.
• Ability to record patient observations and communicate changes.
• Experience in a clinical setting or relevant care environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Record and report observations to the nursing team.
• Support nursing staff with clinical duties under supervision.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient support

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for compassionate and caring Nursing Assistants to join Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) on a fast‑paced trauma and orthopaedic ward (Ward A3). You will provide high‑quality patient‑focused care across day and night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care needs: mobilisation, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and drinking.
• Record patient observations and note changes in condition.
• Assist the nursing team with delegated clinical duties under the supervision of Registered Nurses and within Trust guidelines.

Training & Progression

You will undertake On‑Job Training opportunities and a Support Worker Development Programme. Completion gives you the opportunity to progress to a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role. Experienced Assistants will complete a skills analysis and receive relevant clinical skills modules to support progression.

Diversity Matters

We promote equality of opportunity, celebrate diversity and reject unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. If you need assistance with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

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We’re looking forward to hearing from you! This advert closes on Monday 10 Nov 2025.