Nursing Assistant- Ward F7

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

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants. Responsibilities include supporting patients with personal care and assisting Registered Nurses in providing high-quality care. Candidates must hold a National Care Certificate or be willing to complete it within 12 weeks. The work environment is supportive and offers training opportunities to progress within the role. The salary ranges from £24,465 to £26,598 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare or social care organization.
• Experience within a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team in delivering standard patient care.
• Support patients with personal care needs.
• Learn delegated clinical care duties after training.

Skills

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

National Care Certificate

Level 2 Apprenticeship in healthcare

Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Nursing Assistant- Ward F7

The closing date is 30 December 2025

We're looking for compassionate and caring Nursing Assistants with a passion to be a key part of the patient care journey here at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Our nursing teams are committed to caring for our patients and families, delivering consistent, high quality, patient focused care. We are recruiting into two vacant positions, x1 37.5 hours, x1 25.5 hours per week.

You’ll communicate in a sensitive and compassionate manner with patients, relatives, and other members of the multi‑disciplinary team, working flexibly across a range of day and night shifts over 7 days a week.

Ward F7 is an emergency and elective surgical admitting ward which delivers care to patients of the following specialties:

• Urology
• Maxfax
• ENT
• Plastics

At Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), our Nursing Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. That’s because we’re not just helping patients, we’re going the extra mile for them – day in, day out. But more than that, our team’s commitment to work with empathy, consideration and dignity means that we’re among the best – and most compassionate – in our field. It translates to a work environment that’s bright and friendly, fast paced and innovative, so whether you’re just starting your career in care or already coming as a qualified Nursing Assistant with experience, we’ve got a role to suit all of you.

Main duties of the job

Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you’ll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.

Your duties will involve supporting patients with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating & drinking.

Following on the job training and assessment, you’ll learn how to undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties that include recording patient observations & changes to patient conditions.

On the Job Training Opportunities

On joining MFT, if you are new to working in healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop your knowledge & skills through our Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants. The great news is, the completion of the Support Worker Development Programme will give you the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.

If you’re an experienced Nursing Assistant with a comprehensive range of skills & seeking a new opportunity in a Band 3 role, you’ll undertake a skills analysis when you start to ensure that you meet the skills required for your role. If there are any gaps identified in your knowledge, you’ll be supported to access relevant clinical skills modules to support your progression to a Band 3 post on completion.

Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.

About us

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, a great place to start or grow your career. 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. At MFT we’re All Here For You – every step of the way. Join us today.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. This will equip you to make an informed decision to apply to us. The Candidate Essentials Guide, which sits with the Job Description and Person Specification, provides details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. It also contains critical information you need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting
• Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme
• On 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
• Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.

Knowledge

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.
• Experience of working within a health care environment.

Skills

• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work as a team. Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
• Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
• Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£24,465 to £26,598 a year (Per Annum, Pro Rata)