
Job requirements
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Able to communicate effectively
- Skills
Ability to work as a member of a team
- Skills
Ability to demonstrate a non-judgemental attitude
- Skills
Ability to work on own initiative under the supervision of a qualified practitioner
- Skills
Ability to provide support and guidance to junior staff
- Values
Continuous improvement
- Values
Accountability
- Values
Respect
- Values
Enthusiasm
- Values
Support
- Qualifications
Health and Social Care Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience
- Knowledge/Experience
Experience of working in a care setting
- Knowledge/Experience
Understanding of issues of confidentiality
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Nursing Assistants to join a number of our services across multiple sites. This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals, supporting people with their recovery and helping them achieve the best possible outcomes
As a Nursing Assistant, you will be a valued member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to patients. You will support patients with their daily activities, promote independence, and help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
Your role will include:
- Supporting patients with personal care and wellbeing needs.
- Building positive and professional relationships with patients, carers, and colleagues.
- Observing and reporting changes in patients' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
- Supporting therapeutic activities and engagement.
- Maintaining accurate records in line with Trust policies.
- Contributing to a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused ward environment.
NVQ in Health and Social Care and/or experience of working in a care environment is essential.
There will be an assessment stage prior to interviews on 9 November 2026, with those passing successfully invited to attend an interview on 27 November 2026.
A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is not available for this vacancy. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to maintain this throughout their employment if appointed.
Main duties of the job
You will support the clinical team in the delivery of a high standard of care by assisting with and carrying out a range of duties as directed by registered staff. This will be in line with individual care and treatment plans for patients and service users.
You will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values patients, service users and their carers ensuring they are at the centre of care and treatment planning.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Mental Health Care Division
This clinical division provides mental health, brain injury and addiction services in different areas across Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens and Warrington.
Posts for this event will be for the following Wards:
Austen Ward, Hollins Park Hospital - Male
Sheridan Ward, Hollins Park Hospital - Female
Kingsley Ward, Hollins Park Hospital - Older Adults
Bridge Ward, The Brooker Centre - Male
Weaver Ward, The Brooker Centre - Female
Fern Ward, Leigh Moss Hospital - Older Adults
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Nursing Assistant - Warrington & Halton with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in Warrington, England; Runcorn, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Nursing assistant role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Oct 2026.
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