QR code linking to this job posting Nursing Assistant | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester inManchester PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025

 PERMANENT  CHEST WALL COPD DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY EMPATHY FAMILY HIV MATERNITY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY NHS

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Clear career progression, Support Worker Development Programme and Care Certificate on joining, with a pathway to Band 3 and higher pay.
Work in the NW Ventilation Unit — one of the UK’s largest specialist ventilation services; superb specialist skills to boost your CV.
Join MFT — a large, stable Trust (30,000 staff, 10 hospitals), scope to transfer sites, widen experience and secure long-term work.
Inclusive employer, equality policies, Disability Confident status and explicit support for pregnancy, maternity and diverse needs.
Flexible shift patterns across seven days (including bank holidays) — helpful for juggling childcare, school runs or family commitments.
Digitally enabled (Hive electronic patient records) plus strong research and education support — modern tools and training on offer.
Care for people with specialist breathing needs in Manchester as a Nursing Assistant at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. This permanent, full-time role (salary c. £24,465–£26,598 pro rata) is based at the North West Ventilation Unit, a 12‑bed specialist service for patients requiring non‑invasive and invasive ventilation for conditions such as COPD, obesity-related respiratory issues, chest wall disease and neuromuscular disorders including MND and muscular dystrophies. Working under Registered Nurse supervision, you will support patients with personal care—mobilising, toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and drinking—record observations and report changes in condition after on‑the‑job training. The post requires flexible working across a seven‑day rota, including bank holidays, and suits people who bring patience, compassion and strong team spirit to bedside care.

This role is ideal for experienced carers seeking Band 3 progression and for those new to healthcare who want structured development. MFT offers a Support Worker Development Programme (including the Care Certificate where needed), skills assessment and clinical modules to help you move into higher bands, plus a large, digitally enabled Trust environment with excellent learning, research and sustainability credentials. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is an inclusive, Disability Confident employer that values diversity and supports staff wellbeing. To apply, please click the "Apply Now" button shown with this advert — you can also find the vacancy listed on jobsincare.com for more details.
Clear career progression, Support Worker Development Programme and Care Certificate on joining, with a pathway to Band 3 and higher pay.
Work in the NW Ventilation Unit — one of the UK’s largest specialist ventilation services; superb specialist skills to boost your CV.
Join MFT — a large, stable Trust (30,000 staff, 10 hospitals), scope to transfer sites, widen experience and secure long-term work.
Inclusive employer, equality policies, Disability Confident status and explicit support for pregnancy, maternity and diverse needs.
Flexible shift patterns across seven days (including bank holidays) — helpful for juggling childcare, school runs or family commitments.
Digitally enabled (Hive electronic patient records) plus strong research and education support — modern tools and training on offer.
 


in Manchester
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