Trainee/Dialysis Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a dedicated Trainee Dialysis Assistant to join their Altrincham Dialysis Unit. The successful candidate will assist with patient care during haemodialysis, requiring qualifications in Adult Health Care and excellent communication skills. This is an entry-level position with potential for advancement upon completing training. Join a compassionate team that values diversity and supports your career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ or apprenticeship Level 2 in Adult Health Care.
• Excellent communication and listening skills required.
• Must complete a dialysis training competency package.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain a safe area for dialysis.
• Prepare haemodialysis machine including lining and priming.
• Commence/discontinue haemodialysis treatment.

Skills

Excellent communication and listening skills

Ability to engage with patients and visitors

Teamwork skills

Initiative

Second language skills

Education

NVQ or apprenticeship Level 2 in Adult Health Care

Completed the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies

General education completed

GCE, GCSE's particularly in English and Maths

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee/Dialysis Assistant

The closing date is 21 January 2026

Trainee/ Dialysis Assistants required to work the Altrincham Dialysis Unit.At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, our Dialysis Assistants take great pride in the essential work they do.Right now, we're looking for dedicated, efficient but above all; hugely caring and aspiring Dialysis Assistants to join our teams. The Dialysis Assistants areat the heart of each unit and as such you will form a vital part of the team at the forefront of delivering haemodialysis treatment to our patients. You will do this by communicating effectively and with compassion and assisting them with their personal needs and mobility, supporting with eating and drinking and recording observations. You will need to have:

An NVQ or apprenticeship Level 2 in Adult Health Care

Excellent communication and listening skills

A friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate communication style

A strong ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues

The ability to work well in a team

You will be required to complete a dialysis training competency package which, when competent will enable you to support the patient by being involved in initiating, monitoring and completing dialysis treatment. We will support all successful candidates to complete the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies whilst being paid as a Band 2 Trainee Dialysis Assistant and once these are achieved (which may take up to 6 months) you will then be paid as a Band 3 Dialysis Assistant.

Main duties of the job

• Set up and maintain a safe area for dialysis.
• Preparation of a haemodialysis machine including lining and priming.
• Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment and Aseptic Non Touch Technique.
• Commencing/ discontinuing haemodialysis treatment via vascular access i.e. central venous catheter, AVF or graft.
• Correct decontamination of equipment.
• Safe discharge from dialysis area

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 youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. 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.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working in any health care setting
• Experience of working in an acute setting
• Experience of working in a dialysis unit

Education/Qualifications

• General education completed
• Holds the Apprenticeship Level 2 in Care qualification or equivalent
• Completed the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies (To remain on band 2 until this has been completed)
• Holds the Apprenticeship Level 3 in Care or equivalent
• GCE, GCSE's particularly in English and Maths

Skills

• Able to work on own initiative, following direction by Registered Nurse
• Second language skills

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 yearPer annum (pro rata)