Nursing Assistant (Band 2/3) - At North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

People become Nursing Assistants at our hospital for lots of very good reasons. The satisfaction of caring for patients is one of them. Starting a rewarding NHS career is another.

Join us and help our dedicated teams provide compassionate care to people when they need it the most.

At the NMGH, we're looking for people who really want to care for others. You may have already had some caring experience gained in a healthcare or social care setting, or you might be a care giver or guardian outside of work. You might have previous experience of working with people in a different setting, like hospitality, retail, or other service industry. These are all relevant experiences for the role of a Nursing Assistant. If you've got the personal skills, resilience, and work ethic we're looking for, that's where it starts.

If you've already got qualifications like the National Care Certificate or Level 2 Apprenticeship in healthcare, that's great. But don't worry if you don't - our Clinical Support Worker Development Programme will support you to gain all the skills and knowledge you need. The great news is the completion of this Programme will progress you into a Band 3 Nursing Assistant role.

With the NHS you'll have access to some of the best benefits you'll find anywhere, and you'll finish every shift knowing you've made lives better for the people you've cared for.

Main duties of the job

Above all else, when you join us as a Nursing Assistant, you'll make sure our patients have the quality care and support they deserve.

Even within the NMGH hospital alone, roles are vital and varied. You might work with patients who have a physical disability, have dementia or who suffer from anxiety, you might work with someone who has come into our hospital through an accident or emergency or from a planned procedure. Whatever reason a loved one is in hospital, it takes its toll on their family too. You'll treat every person you come across with dignity, respect, kindness, and patience.

Some of the specific responsibilities of the role will include:

Personal care such as washing, dressing and supporting patients toileting needs

Helping patients eat and drink

Helping patients to move around

Monitoring conditions of patients through temperature, pulse and weight checks

Making patients and their relatives feel welcome, safe, and supported.

Communicating with and co-ordinating patients, relatives, and healthcare practitioners.

Helping patients, carers and relatives take an active role in their care.

We welcome applications from those looking for a flexible working arrangement and will accommodate requests wherever our services allow. These roles do require a minimum commitment of 22.5 hours a week however, and the availability to undertake the required training.

Unfortunately, these roles are not eligible for sponsorship under current Home Office regulations.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust brings together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford and beyond. We are one of England's largest NHS Trusts, around 1 million patients relying on our services every year. With a 28,000+ strong workforce, we're proud to say we work together to provide the highest standards of care.

North Manchester General Hospital is one of our busy acute hospitals, providing vital front line care as well as nationally and internationally renowned specialist services.

At the NMGH you will work side-by-side with a diverse range of colleagues, help people from all walks of life, and learn every single day.

We want you to feel you can bring your whole self to this role. We take pride in creating the most caring environment for colleagues as well as our patients. Here, you'll know that your health, wellbeing, and safety matter too, and that you have a voice in shaping the future of our Trust.

We can offer you unprecedented support throughout your career with us. If you want to train to be a Nurse or Midwife in the future, and develop through the Bands, we'll support you to achieve your goals.

We're looking forward to hearing from you!

Date posted

03 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 to £24,336 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

349-COR-6279684

Job locations

North Manchester General Hospital

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M14 7LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

At North Manchester General Hospital our Nursing Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. Thats because were not just helping patients, were going the extra mile for them day in, day out.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. You will also find our Candidate Essentials Guide which will be an invaluable resource when completing your application.

Please visit our dedicated landing page here at https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/roles/live-recruitment-campaigns/nursing-assistants-maternity-support-workers-roles/. This one stop shop will tell you all about the role of a Nursing Assistant and has answers to some of the most common FAQs.

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 or need any reasonable adjustments support to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

Job description

Job responsibilities

At North Manchester General Hospital our Nursing Assistants take great pride in the essential work we do. Thats because were not just helping patients, were going the extra mile for them day in, day out.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. You will also find our Candidate Essentials Guide which will be an invaluable resource when completing your application.

Please visit our dedicated landing page here at https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/roles/live-recruitment-campaigns/nursing-assistants-maternity-support-workers-roles/. This one stop shop will tell you all about the role of a Nursing Assistant and has answers to some of the most common FAQs.

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 or need any reasonable adjustments support to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in healthcare, social care organisation setting, service industry requiring people contact OR a desire to work in healthcare

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a healthcare environment
  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of being able to work well with other members of a team including being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Evidence of ability to carry out well defined routine task
  • Evidence of ability to relate well with people, being compassionate and empathetic

Desirable

  • Computer skills

Qualifications

Essential

  • Has one or more of the list of essential qualifications OR has a willingness to undertake a programme of study to gain clinical knowledge, skill and competency
  • Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health Care OR commitment to undertake Trust Clinical Support Worker Development programme

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ in Health Care or Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health Care
  • GSCE Maths and English or equivalent
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in healthcare, social care organisation setting, service industry requiring people contact OR a desire to work in healthcare

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a healthcare environment
  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of being able to work well with other members of a team including being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Evidence of ability to carry out well defined routine task
  • Evidence of ability to relate well with people, being compassionate and empathetic

Desirable

  • Computer skills

Qualifications

Essential

  • Has one or more of the list of essential qualifications OR has a willingness to undertake a programme of study to gain clinical knowledge, skill and competency
  • Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health Care OR commitment to undertake Trust Clinical Support Worker Development programme

Desirable

  • Level 2 NVQ in Health Care or Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health Care
  • GSCE Maths and English or equivalent

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 details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Manchester General Hospital

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M14 7LE


Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Manchester General Hospital

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M14 7LE


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Further details will be provided on application

Further details will be provided on application

resourcing@mft.nhs.uk

01612766198

Date posted

03 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 to £24,336 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

349-COR-6279684

Job locations

North Manchester General Hospital

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M14 7LE


Supporting documents

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