Job summary
- Main area
- Renal dialysis
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (per annum (pro rata))
- Job ref
- 349-MRI-7682442*
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Altrincham Renal Dialysis Unit
- Town
- Altrincham
- Salary
- £24,465 - £26,598 Per annum (pro rata)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 21/01/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Trainee/Dialysis Assistant
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
Trainee/ Dialysis Assistants required to work the Altrincham Dialysis Unit.
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, our Dialysis Assistants take great pride in the essential work they do.
Right now, we’re looking for dedicated, efficient but above all; hugely caring and aspiring Dialysis Assistants to join our teams. The Dialysis Assistants are at the heart of each unit and as such you will form a vital part of the team at the forefront of delivering haemodialysis treatment to our patients. You will do this by communicating effectively and with compassion and assisting them with their personal needs and mobility, supporting with eating and drinking and recording observations.
You will need to have:
An NVQ or apprenticeship Level 2 in Adult Health Care
Excellent communication and listening skills
A friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate communication style
A strong ability to engage with patients, visitors and colleagues
The ability to work well in a team
You will be required to complete a dialysis training competency package which, when competent will enable you to support the patient by being involved in initiating, monitoring and completing dialysis treatment. We will support all successful candidates to complete the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies whilst being paid as a Band 2 Trainee Dialysis Assistant and once these are achieved (which may take up to 6 months) you will then be paid as a Band 3 Dialysis Assistant.
Main duties of the job
Set up and maintain a safe area for dialysis.
Preparation of a haemodialysis machine including lining and priming.
Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment and Aseptic Non Touch Technique.
Commencing/ discontinuing haemodialysis treatment via vascular access i.e. central venous catheter, AVF or graft.
Correct decontamination of equipment.
Safe discharge from dialysis area
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, a great place to start or grow your career. 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.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud 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 role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and 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.
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.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in any health care setting
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an acute setting
- Experience of working in a dialysis unit
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- General education completed
- Holds the Apprenticeship Level 2 in Care qualification or equivalent
- Completed the Haemodialysis Foundation Competencies (To remain on band 2 until this has been completed)
Desirable criteria
- Holds the Apprenticeship Level 3 in Care or equivalent
- GCE, GCSE’s particularly in English and Maths
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Able to work on own initiative, following direction by Registered Nurse
- Caring skills
Desirable criteria
- Second language skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Geena Roy
- Job title
- Unit Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01614137767
- Additional information
Geena Roy- Unit Manager 01614137767
Emily Raybould - Matron - [email protected]
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