Band 2​/Nursing Assistant | University NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2/3 Nursing Assistant | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Employer: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Manchester, M23 9TL

Contract Type: Permanent

Disability Confident: Yes

Closing Date: 19 March 2026

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 multidisciplinary teams across several key inpatient areas.

• 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 elective and trauma patients with dedicated silver trauma beds.
• Ward A4 & A6 – Acute Surgical Units – A fast‑paced assessment area receiving patients with urgent surgical needs.
• Nightingale Breast Surgery Centre – Delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred breast care within one of the UK’s leading specialist services.

• Provide personal care: washing, mobilising, toileting, and assisting with eating & drinking.
• Monitor and record observations, performing ECGs and venepuncture following completion of the Support Worker Development Programme.
• Assist with delegated clinical duties such as recording patient observations and monitoring changes to patient conditions.
• Support the multidisciplinary team in delivering safe, compassionate, and person‑centred care.
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment and support mobilisation and rehabilitation activities.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families.

• Caring, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrate reliability, compassion, and professionalism.
• Experience in a healthcare support role (desirable but not essential).
• Able to work flexibly across early, late, and night shifts during weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Committed to completing the Health Care Apprenticeship and Trust induction programme for those seeking their first role in healthcare.

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.