Staff Nurse - Band 5

Job summary

The post holder will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of patient care in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner. Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre-registration students. The post holder will take delegated responsibility for the management of the clinical team and the maintenance of high standards of quality patient care on a shift basis.

Take overall responsibility for the coordination and safe effective management of the ward/clinical area on a shift‑by‑shift basis as delegated by the Ward Manager/Senior Sister/Charge Nurse. Undertake comprehensive health care needs assessment of patients, reassessing as appropriate. Collaborate with other health care professionals in the delivery of high standards of effective health care. Lead on the delivery of care, ensuring individual programmes of care are assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated.

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.

Date posted: 09 March 2026

Pay scheme:
Agenda for change

Band:
Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full‑time

Reference number: 349‑CSS‑7820836

Job location:

Manchester Foundation Trust Oxford Road Campus, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, see the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

• First level registration – Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma

• Teaching Qualification – Degree level 6 study

• Knowledge of current nursing issues
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• IT/ Word Processing skills

• Experience of working on own and as part of a team; ability to supervise and support junior staff.
• Evidence of teaching and assessing skills/ability.
• Awareness of clinical audit.

• Evidence undertaking a mentor/preceptor role.
• Experience in relevant area of practice.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Proven ability to problem–solve.
• Demonstrates awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Well developed organisational skills.
• Dexterity and accuracy in physical skills.

• Positive approach to work.
• Internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours with willingness to be flexible and adaptable.
• Capacity to work with colleagues at all levels.
• Open‑minded, treats colleagues and the general public with dignity…