Nursing Assistant - Wilson | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Manchester seeks Nursing Assistants to support patient care with empathy and respect. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, clinical observations, and on-the-job training. Candidates will have access to development programs and clear pathways for progression. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is paramount, and the Trust encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Ability to support patients with personal care, including mobilising and toileting.
• Willingness to assist with clinical tasks like observations and ECGs.
• Open to on-the-job training and participating in development programs.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care needs.
• Assist clinics and perform observations.
• Follow training to undertake delegated clinical duties.

Job description

Overview

At Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), Nursing Assistants contribute to essential patient care with empathy, dignity and respect. You’ll join a dedicated team in Diabetic and Endocrine Medicine, working on Doyle and Wilson, with supervision by Registered Nurses and clear Trust guidelines.

Joining an innovative Trust that integrates health, teaching, and research, you’ll support a digitally enabled organisation and a growing community of clinicians and academic staff in the heart of Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care needs, including mobilising, toileting, eating and drinking.
• Assist clinics and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture as part of the patient group.
• Follow on-the-job training to undertake delegated clinical duties and monitor changes in patient conditions.

Training and progression

• On joining MFT, you’ll have access to on-the-job training and the Support Worker Development Programme for Nursing Assistants, with progression opportunities including completion of the Care Certificate for candidates who have not completed it previously.
• Experienced Nursing Assistants will undertake a skills analysis at start to identify gaps. Where needed, you’ll access clinical skills modules to support progression to a Band 3 post on completion.
• Evidence of prior learning will be reviewed and considered.

Role structure and development

If you’re new to healthcare, you’ll be supported to develop knowledge and skills through our development programme. If you’re an experienced Nursing Assistant, you’ll be assessed on entry to determine appropriate progression pathways and access relevant modules.

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a broad network of 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester and Trafford. The Trust champions collaboration, standards and opportunity at scale, supported by a digitally enabled system (Hive) and a major academic Research Centre & Education provider. We are committed to sustainability through our Green Plan and to fostering inclusion and equal opportunity.

Application information

Details about key responsibilities, required skills and experience can be found in the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Please read the Candidate Essentials Guide to learn about the Trust, benefits and how we care for staff before applying.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best protection; vaccination is not currently a requirement of employment, but staff are encouraged to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, guidance is available via the NHS England website.

Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to equality and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and provide support for applicants with special requirements [e-mail].

We look forward to hearing from you. This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Sep 2025.