Nursing Assistant - Children's Complex Care inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED WED 14 MAY 2025
Join a pioneering team at Manchester Local Care Organisation, driving transformative health care for children in your community.
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities through the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Flexible work options with full-time and part-time roles available, perfect for balancing work and personal life.
Become part of the largest NHS Trust in England, with extensive resources and opportunities for career progression.
Collaborative multidisciplinary teams enhance your experience and skills while you work to support young people's complex care needs.
A culture of inclusion and belonging, ensuring equal opportunities for all staff and focusing on your health and wellbeing.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families? Manchester Local Care Organisation is on the lookout for dedicated Nursing Assistants to join our vibrant Children's Community Complex Care Team! This role offers you the chance to support a diverse range of children and young people with varying healthcare needs, all while working within a community that values collaboration and the individual strengths you bring. If you enjoy nurturing relationships and have an eagerness to extend your skills in complex care, then this might be your new calling.
As a Nursing Assistant, you will work alongside registered nurses and fellow carers to deliver high-quality care packages across Manchester. Flexibility is key, as the role requires meeting the service's needs over a 24/7 period, which means you’ll need access to a vehicle and a full driving licence. Full-time positions are available, but we are open to part-time applicants too. From day one, you’ll benefit from a warm, supportive team environment and comprehensive training that paves the way for your professional growth, including progression through the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Join MFT, one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, and be part of something extraordinary! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. You will find countless opportunities for career development and the chance to contribute to innovative health and social care solutions that truly impact the lives of our local community. Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Simply click the “Apply” button now!
As a Nursing Assistant, you will work alongside registered nurses and fellow carers to deliver high-quality care packages across Manchester. Flexibility is key, as the role requires meeting the service's needs over a 24/7 period, which means you’ll need access to a vehicle and a full driving licence. Full-time positions are available, but we are open to part-time applicants too. From day one, you’ll benefit from a warm, supportive team environment and comprehensive training that paves the way for your professional growth, including progression through the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Join MFT, one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, and be part of something extraordinary! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. You will find countless opportunities for career development and the chance to contribute to innovative health and social care solutions that truly impact the lives of our local community. Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Simply click the “Apply” button now!
Join a pioneering team at Manchester Local Care Organisation, driving transformative health care for children in your community.
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities through the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme.
Flexible work options with full-time and part-time roles available, perfect for balancing work and personal life.
Become part of the largest NHS Trust in England, with extensive resources and opportunities for career progression.
Collaborative multidisciplinary teams enhance your experience and skills while you work to support young people's complex care needs.
A culture of inclusion and belonging, ensuring equal opportunities for all staff and focusing on your health and wellbeing.
We are Manchester Local Care Organisation - an exciting, new public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We’re driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Manchester by working across organisational boundaries.
The first health and social care staff have been deployed to us from April 2and are now starting to work in new ways across the city. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve – delivering and designing services in partnership with local people. We also provide key services that work across wider localities and city-wide. We believe that our pioneering approach will make a massive difference to the health of people in our city and we are looking for you to join our team and help us do this.
If you can answer YES to the following questions, we have the post for you.
The complex care team is currently looking to recruit nursing assistants to provide support and care to a range of young people across the city. The post holder will become part of a team of registered nurses and carers working with families and young people delivering a range of high quality care packages.
You must be a highly motivated and dedicated individual who has the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service over a 24 hour/7 day period. Travelling across the Manchester area you will hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Posts are full time but we will consider part time applicants. The successful applicant will progress through, and upon completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.
In return we can offer you a friendly support team, comprehensive induction, relevant training and development opportunities and also the opportunity to develop care skills working within a multidisciplinary framework in the community setting.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Soraya Begum Job title: Head of Service Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact the sisters on the team Claire Bates , Jenna Gulliver, Louise Walsh for further information
Louise
The first health and social care staff have been deployed to us from April 2and are now starting to work in new ways across the city. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve – delivering and designing services in partnership with local people. We also provide key services that work across wider localities and city-wide. We believe that our pioneering approach will make a massive difference to the health of people in our city and we are looking for you to join our team and help us do this.
If you can answer YES to the following questions, we have the post for you.
- Do you enjoy working in partnership with children and families?
- Do you enjoy working in the community?
- Do you enjoy supporting children with a range of abilities?
- Are you looking for a new challenge?
- Do you want to extend your knowledge and experience of complex care?
The complex care team is currently looking to recruit nursing assistants to provide support and care to a range of young people across the city. The post holder will become part of a team of registered nurses and carers working with families and young people delivering a range of high quality care packages.
You must be a highly motivated and dedicated individual who has the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service over a 24 hour/7 day period. Travelling across the Manchester area you will hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Posts are full time but we will consider part time applicants. The successful applicant will progress through, and upon completion of the Trust Clinical Support Worker Development Programme demonstrating evidence of clinical knowledge, skill and competency the worker will move to band 3 AfC.
In return we can offer you a friendly support team, comprehensive induction, relevant training and development opportunities and also the opportunity to develop care skills working within a multidisciplinary framework in the community setting.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Soraya Begum Job title: Head of Service Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact the sisters on the team Claire Bates , Jenna Gulliver, Louise Walsh for further information
Louise
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To work as a Nursing Assistant (also known as a Healthcare Assistant or HCA) in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some of the key skills and qualities required:
Essential Skills
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, colleagues, and families. Effective listening and interpersonal skills are also vital.
2. Empathy and Compassion: A caring attitude towards patients and their families, understanding their needs and emotions.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team, cooperating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring that records are kept accurately and that patients receive the correct care according to their needs.
5. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and medical terminology, as well as procedures and protocols.
6. Physical Stamina: Capability to support patients physically, which may involve lifting, transporting, and assisting with mobility.
7. Organizational Skills: Managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks to ensure that patient care needs are met promptly.
8. Crisis Management: Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively, including recognizing signs of distress or deterioration in patients.
9. Observational Skills: Ability to notice changes in a patient’s condition and report them to registered nurses or doctors.
10. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with healthcare databases and documentation systems, as some record-keeping may be required.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications aren’t always necessary to become a Nursing Assistant, the following can be beneficial:
- Care Certificate: A standard induction program for new staff in health and social care settings, covering fundamental skills and knowledge.
- Health and Social Care Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma: These qualifications can provide a solid foundation in care practices.
- First Aid/CPR Certification: Many employers value candidates who have training in basic life support.
- Criminal Record Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Personal Attributes
1. Reliability: Being punctual and dependable, especially since care roles often require shift work, including evenings and weekends.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and varying patient needs.
3. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different cultural backgrounds and personal preferences of patients.
4. Patience and Tolerance: Ability to manage challenging behaviors with professionalism and understanding.
5. Willingness to Learn: A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on best practices in healthcare.
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