Nursing Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at the Moorside Unit in Trafford

We are an enthusiastic and supportive team, committed to wellbeing and best care. We have hosted many events for both staff and patients across the service and are innovative in our approach.

The Moorside Unit provides inpatient care to adults, across two acute wards and a PICU, alongside an older adult service. Brook Ward is our 22 bed male acute service, Medlock is our 21 bed female acute service and Irwell Ward offers a 6 bedded male PICU. Greenway and Bollin are our older adult wards supporting those with both functional and organic illnesses.

We are looking for individuals who have excellent communication skills, enjoy a dynamic, fast paced environment and who work well within a team.

Ideal applicants will be enthusiastic and compassionate and will have a keen interest in mental health. Individuals with a desire to work in a rewarding and fulfilling setting are encouraged to apply.

We encourage and support personal and professional development through managerial and clinical supervision, and access to the Trust training programmes.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Please see attached documents for full job description and main responsibilities.

Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements - 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts