Job summary
Wythenshawe Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital and part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust--one of the largest and most ambitious NHS Trusts in the country. Our Surgical and Trauma divisions are expanding, and we are seeking committed and compassionate Nursing Assistants to join our multidisciplinary teams across several key inpatient areas.
We currently have vacancies in:
Ward F7 - Elective & Acute Surgery - Supporting pre- and post-operative patients, delivering high-quality care within a busy surgical environment.
Ward A3 - Silver Trauma Unit - Providing specialist care for bothelective and trauma patients, with 10 dedicated beds for silver trauma.
Ward A4 & A6 - Acute Surgical Units - A fast-paced assessment area receiving patients with urgent surgical needs.
The Nightingale Breast Surgery Centre - delivering high-quality, patient-centred breast care within one of the UK's leading specialist services.
The Role
As a Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care. You will work under the supervision of Registered Nurses and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team to support patients with:
- Personal care
- Monitoring and recording observations
- Mobilisation and rehabilitation activities
- Supporting mealtimes and hydration
- Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families
Main duties of the job
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you'll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
Your duties will involve supporting patients with personal care needs, including washing, mobilising, toileting, eating & drinking. You'll support the multidisciplinary team and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture for our patient group following completion of theSupport Worker Development Programme.
Following on the job training and assessment, you'll learn how to undertake a range of delegated clinical care duties that include recording patient observations & changes to patient conditions.
Who we are looking for
We welcome applicants who:
- Are caring, motivated and eager to learn
- Have strong communication skills
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Demonstrate reliability, compassion and professionalism
- Have experience in a healthcare support role (desirable but not essential)
- Able to work flexibly across a range of early, late and night shifts during weekdays and weekends/Bank Holidays.
We also welcome applications from candidates seeking their first role in healthcare who are committed to completing the Health Care Apprenticeship and Trust induction programme.
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 description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So thatyoureeven more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us,youllneed 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, ourbenefitsand outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it alsocontainscritical informationyoullneed to be aware of before yousubmitan applicationform.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to beALL 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 processremainsequitableand 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,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany 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 anyspecial requirementsto 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 experienceyoullneed,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So thatyoureeven more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us,youllneed 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, ourbenefitsand outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it alsocontainscritical informationyoullneed to be aware of before yousubmitan applicationform.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to beALL 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 processremainsequitableand 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,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany 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 anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application,please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
- Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Desirable
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health care environment.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Able to work as a team.
- Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
Desirable
Attributes
Essential
- Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster
- Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds National Care Certificate or be willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting.
- Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care OR Gain equivalent knowledge and skill undertaking the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Desirable
- Holds Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health care environment.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Able to work as a team.
- Able to carry out well defined routine tasks.
- Able to work on own initiative, following direction/supervision by a Registered Healthcare Practitioner.
- Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/ Colleagues/the multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust staff.
Desirable
Attributes
Essential
- Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster
- Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate
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.
