Assistant Practitioner - Respiratory​/Sleep Medicine

Assistant Practitioner - Respiratory/Sleep Medicine

The closing date is 23 March 2026

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our respiratory and sleep physiology team at Band 3 level.

You will be required to:

• Perform a range of Clinical Respiratory and Sleep investigations to patients of all ages from a range of specialties, which are cardio‑thoracic in nature.
• Undertake additional training in specialist fields of Clinical Respiratory and Sleep medicine.

Please note:

this application may close before the advertised date if a significant number of applicants apply. To avoid disappointment, please apply early.

Work collaboratively on a day‑to‑day basis with others to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the respiratory and sleep physiology service.

Continuous professional development is strongly encouraged to further develop your skills and knowledge. This will include support to attend relevant professional courses and conferences. There will also be excellent opportunities to gain additional experience and build on new skills.

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.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT, Your Candidate Place – a one‑stop hub that gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.

You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section; once opened, you can either scan the QR code or click the link provided.

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.

• Basic education including minimum 5 GCSE grade A‑C (grade 4‑9) or equivalent including Maths and English.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant scientific area.

• Experience working with the general public.
• Use of computers including Microsoft Office.
• Previous Healthcare/Clinical…