Healthcare Science Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 9 month fixed term contract or secondment for a Healthcare Science Assistant to join the team in the Sleep Service, Trafford General Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

The Sleep Service Department Assistant will work as part of the Sleep Physiology team, providing an efficient, high quality and patient focused Sleep service. You will aid qualified staff before, during and after sleep studies are undertaken in the department and give the necessary direct care as required to the patient throughout their sleep care pathway.

The main duty of the role will be to support patients and carry out clinical observations during overnight sleep studies

Work collaboratively with others to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the respiratory and sleep physiology service.

Continuous professional development is strongly encouraged to further develop your skills and knowledge. This will include support to attend relevant professional courses and conferences. There will also be excellent opportunities to gain additional experience and build on new skills., MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany 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 anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,we'reproud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU,for our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application,especially personal statements and responses to rolespecific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment processremainsequitableand meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

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.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of checkrequireddepends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus anyadditionalinformation held by local police that's considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with BarredLists: Includesall ofthe above, plus checks against the children's and/or adults' barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Tofind out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyou'llneed for this role,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Documents to download'heading.

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