A vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and compassionate Apprentice Nursing Assistants to join our teams at MFT.
You may be new to care with no experience of working in care settings or have no evidence of clinical capabilities and relevant qualifications.
The Level 2 HealthCare Support Worker apprenticeship will equip you to develop high quality compassionate care, work as part of a warm and friendly team committed to delivering high standards of patient care and support you to progress your healthcare career at MFT. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will be enrolled on the Care Support Worker Development Programme – Phase 2 to further enhance your clinical skills and support your progression. At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will be expected to complete the requisites of the essential criteria.
You will have good communication skills with a strong ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues. You will also have a professional outlook and positive attitude.
Responsibilities
The role of the Nursing Assistant is key to supporting the registered nursing team in delivering high quality, patient care.
Your main duties include:
* Being responsible for participating and assisting in the delivery of care to patients or service users within the Trust.
* Working under the overall supervision of a registered member of staff.
* Carrying out delegated procedures requiring a base level of knowledge, understanding, practical competency and skill specific to the personal care of patients.
* Contributing to effective team working, by being fully involved and committed to achieving full potential.
* Promoting standards of health and safety in the workplace, by being responsible for self and others through identifying risks, undertaking work activities safely.
* Using a range of techniques for infection prevention and control including waste management, hand washing and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) adhering to infection control guidance.
* Supporting our patients in a cultural, sensitive manner with respect and dignity, accompanying them to other areas of the hospital when needed.
* Helping to maintain good nutrition and hydration for our patients, being aware of patients on special diets and help coordinating the meals service.
* Providing clinical support as required to help in the effective running of the ward. This includes ensuring areas are stocked up, identifying and addressing any environmental issues.
Diversity Matters
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.
Advert closes on Monday 27 Apr 2026.
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