Nursing Assistant - Wilson

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for Nursing Assistant roles in Diabetic and Endocrine Medicine. You’ll work on Doyle and Wilson wards, supervised by Registered Nurses, delivering patient‑focused care with empathy, dignity and respect.

Duties include helping with personal care, mobilising, eating and drinking, and supporting clinics with routine observations and venepuncture.

Job description

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.

Diabetic and Endocrine Medicine is dedicated to the delivery of high quality nursing care. You will work as part of a highly motivated team on Doyle and Wilson.

To succeed, you’ll need to be committed to delivering high quality, patient focused care with pride and respect and have excellent interpersonal skills.

It really is a great chance to join an innovative team in a Trust that has integrated health, teaching, research with excellent facilities right in the heart of Manchester. As well as offering a diverse range of services to over a million patients a year, our specialist hospitals have a real community feel and are home to hundreds of world-class clinicians and academic staff.

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, eating & drinking. You'll support the clinics and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture for our patient group.

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

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 Band 3 post on completion.

Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.

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. 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.

Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.

At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jency mathew Job title: Ward Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 0161 291 2727

Candidates are welcome to come and visit the ward and discuss the role in more detail by contacting the Ward Manager directly on 01612912727