Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Nursing Assistant to join the nursing team in the Radiology Department at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
The Senior Nursing Assistants work with the Registered Nurses, Radiographers, Radiology Consultants and administrative staff to ensure the safe care of patients undergoing interventional procedures in the Radiology Department.
Main duties of the job
Welcome and orientate patients and visitors to the department.
Assist in preparing patients notes, relevant charts/documentation and identity name bands prior to, and on attendance to the department.
Undertake clerical duties as directed by the registered member of staff in relation to all verbal and written communications, ensuring messages and communications are passed to other team members, as required.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare practitioners.
Assist patients in gaining access to and in the use of appropriate toilet facilities.
Assist patients in maintaining their personal hygiene and dressing needs with specific concern for their religious, cultural and personal preference, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times.
Assist patients in their mobility requirements, help move and position appropriately to maximise their physical comfort, utilising equipment as directed by the multi professional team.
Prepare individual patients and the environment to ensure effective movement and/or handling procedures.
Report to Nurse in Charge on patients' condition or changing circumstances and any environmental issues.
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. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
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 Guidethat 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis 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.
Job description
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 Guidethat 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis 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
Qualification and experience
Essential
- Completed the National Care Certificate
- Holds a level 3 Vocational Qualification (e.g. NVQ or Apprenticeship) in clinical health care OR Able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skill and competency to undertake band 3 clinical skills (described in JD)
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent
Desirable
- Speciality specific training and evidence of competencies being achieved and continued development
- Experience of working a hospital setting
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Able to undertake vital signs and other clinical skills in scope with the job role
- Able to work as a team
- Able to carry out routine and non-routine tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative in delivery patient care, following direction by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
- Computer skills
- Familiar with electronic health record e.g. Hive
- Ability to wear lead apron for procedures as required
Desirable
- Experience of supporting junior staff
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare organisation/setting, undertaking a wide range of clinical commitments
- Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes
- Experience of working with the multidisciplinary team
- Work at a band 2 Nursing Assistant or equivalent in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience of being part of quality improvement programe
- Experience of working in more than one specialty within a health care environment.
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.
Person Specification
Qualification and experience
Essential
- Completed the National Care Certificate
- Holds a level 3 Vocational Qualification (e.g. NVQ or Apprenticeship) in clinical health care OR Able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skill and competency to undertake band 3 clinical skills (described in JD)
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent
Desirable
- Speciality specific training and evidence of competencies being achieved and continued development
- Experience of working a hospital setting
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Able to undertake vital signs and other clinical skills in scope with the job role
- Able to work as a team
- Able to carry out routine and non-routine tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative in delivery patient care, following direction by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
- Computer skills
- Familiar with electronic health record e.g. Hive
- Ability to wear lead apron for procedures as required
Desirable
- Experience of supporting junior staff
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare organisation/setting, undertaking a wide range of clinical commitments
- Knowledge of Infection Control & Safeguarding processes
- Experience of working with the multidisciplinary team
- Work at a band 2 Nursing Assistant or equivalent in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Experience of being part of quality improvement programe
- Experience of working in more than one specialty within a health care environment.
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.
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.
