Job Description

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
This roll is based on the surgical assessment and Surgical same Day emergency care (SAU and SSDEC). SAU and SSDEC is an acute emergency surgical portal comprising of both male and female patients undergoing all aspects of Un Planned Emergency General Surgery, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Max Fax and Plastic surgery.
Interviews
If you are shortlisted for an interview for this role, you must bring evidence of the following qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills for Maths and English.

If you hold overseas GCSE equivalent qualifications, you will need to bring an ECCTIS comparability statement for you GCSE equivalent qualifications along with your original certificate

• A Full Care CertificateOR NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (we can only accept NVQ's from a regulated awarding body

If you do not bring the above qualifications to your interview, then the interview will not proceed.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be working within a busy and proactive surgical assessment area managing both bedded and ambulatory patients.
The applicant will need to be able to demonstrate a high standard of nursing care to support the existing nursing and clinical team. You would be helping the ward to develop and build a team of dedicated nursing assistants who pride themselves in delivering high quality care. Good communication skills and a positive attitude are essential.
Supporting the qualified Nursing staff with the provision of unplanned emergency nursing care . providing direct patient care including where needed all activities of daily living, all point of care testing, the promotion of infection control processes, venepuncture under supervision and transfer to wards and theatres as required within trust policy.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Details
Date posted
06 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum, pro rota
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
205-7675258
Job locations
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are welcome from nursing assistants with a current NVQ level 2 in health and social care and minimum of 6 months experience in a care setting. This is an ideal opportunity for the right candidate who is looking for a development opportunity to develop their skills in a proactive and dynamic working environment.
The main responsibilities involve
Supporting the qualified team with the management of unplanned emergency patients from admission to point of discharge or transfer to an inpatient facility
Supporting the qualified team management of flow within the unit on a shift by shift basis
Supporting Senior ward sister and the nursing team with all aspects of care and patient management within a ward and ambulatory setting
Supporting sister with organisational responsibilities and service innovation Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are welcome from nursing assistants with a current NVQ level 2 in health and social care and minimum of 6 months experience in a care setting. This is an ideal opportunity for the right candidate who is looking for a development opportunity to develop their skills in a proactive and dynamic working environment.
The main responsibilities involve
Supporting the qualified team with the management of unplanned emergency patients from admission to point of discharge or transfer to an inpatient facility
Supporting the qualified team management of flow within the unit on a shift by shift basis
Supporting Senior ward sister and the nursing team with all aspects of care and patient management within a ward and ambulatory setting
Supporting sister with organisational responsibilities and service innovation
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• 12 months experience in a professional contract as a Healthcare Assistant or equivalent

Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GSCE level 4/C or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English (ECCTIS is required for overseas qualifications)
• Hold a full Care Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (NVQ MUST be from an accredited awarding body)

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• 12 months experience in a professional contract as a Healthcare Assistant or equivalent

Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GSCE level 4/C or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English (ECCTIS is required for overseas qualifications)
• Hold a full Care Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (NVQ MUST be from an accredited awarding body)

Skills Required