Senior Nursing Assistant -Special Needs Nursing Service

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A public sector healthcare organisation in Manchester is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join their special needs nursing team. This role focuses on delivering nursing care to children with complex needs under the supervision of qualified nurses. Candidates should have a Level 3 vocational qualification in Clinical Healthcare, strong communication skills, and experience in caring for young people. This part-time position offers a salary ranging from £24,937 to £26,598 per annum and requires access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Completed the National Care Certificate.
• Worked at a band 2 Nursing Assistant level or equivalent.
• Experience caring for children in settings like hospital or school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care under supervision.
• Support special needs school nurses.
• Collaborate with nurses to provide care to children.

Skills

Good communication skills

Taking and recording vital signs

Ability to work as a team

Computer skills

Education

Level 3 Vocational Qualification in Clinical Healthcare

Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English

Job description

Job Summary

We are Manchester Local Care Organisation – an exciting, new public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We're driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Manchester by working across organisational boundaries. The first health and social care staff have been deployed to us in April 2018 and are now starting to work in new ways across the city. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve – delivering and designing services in partnership with local people. We also provide key services that work across wider localities and city‑wide. We believe that our pioneering approach will make a massive difference to the health of people in our city and we are looking for you to join our team and help us do this.

Main Duties

The post holder works as a member of the special needs nursing team, delivering nursing care to an agreed level under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports special needs school nurses to ensure the health needs of young people are met safely and effectively. This includes both clinical and administrative tasks. You will work in collaboration with nurses to provide care to children with complex needs and their families/carers, whilst working in a school and community setting. Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. The position is 32.5 hours per week, required over five days Monday‑Friday.

About Us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000‑plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Job Details

• Date posted: 11 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: 3
• Salary: £24,937 – £26,598 a year per annum (Pro Rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time, Term‑time hours
• Reference number: 349‑LCO‑7649077
• Location: Baguley Health centre, Hall Ln, Manchester, M23 1NA

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offences Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for previous convictions.

Diversity Matters

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed the National Care Certificate
• Holds a level 3 Vocational Qualification (e.g. NVQ or Apprenticeship) in Clinical Healthcare or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and/or experience
• Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or GCSE equivalent, or has achieved a pass following completion of level 1 functional skills assessment
• Worked at a band 2 Nursing Assistant level or equivalent

Desirable

• Specialty‑specific training and evidence of competencies being achieved and continued development

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience caring for children and young people in settings such as hospital, nursery or school, undertaking a wide range of clinical commitments
• Knowledge of Infection Control and Safeguarding processes
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team
• Experience caring for a group of patients
• Experience dealing with patient/relative complaints as appropriate

Desirable

• Experience supporting Quality Improvement audits and research and development activities
• Experience working in more than one speciality within a health care environment

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Taking and recording vital signs and other clinical skills following appropriate training and assessment and within scope of job role
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to carry out routine and non‑routine tasks
• Ability to work on own initiative in delivery of patient care, following direction by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner
• Ability to relate well with patients, relatives, visitors, colleagues, the multi‑disciplinary team and wider Trust staff
• Computer skills

Desirable

• Experience inducting, coaching and supervising junior staff

Attributes

Essential

• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care
• Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
• Professional outlook and positive attitude
• Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster
• Honest and trustworthy
• Access to vehicle and clean driving licence

Employer Details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Baguley Health centre, Hall Ln, Manchester, M23 1NA

Website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/