Nursing Assistant - Children's Complex Care in Manchester

We have vacancies in the following sectors. 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.

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Band 2/3 Support Workers to join our community team, supporting children with complex health needs in their own homes and local environments. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families by providing high-quality, person-centred care. 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.

Main duties of the job:

• The Children's Community Complex Care Team provides care and support to a range of children and young people with varying healthcare needs, some who are technology dependent, in a variety of settings across the Manchester area.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

Working for our organisation, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.

You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.

Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION: 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 ‘Documents to download’ heading.

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. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

Candidate qualifications include holding a National Care Certificate or being willing to undertake and complete within 12 weeks of starting, Level 2 Apprenticeship in health care or equivalent knowledge and skill, and Functional Skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent.

Experience working in a healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact is essential, along with knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Skills required include good communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work as a team, and ability to carry out well-defined routine tasks.