Job summary

Due to a genuine occupational requirement, this role is currently restricted to male applicants.

We are recruiting Nursing Assistants for our service across all of Secure Services.

This is the perfect opportunity for those who have experience of working within a mental health setting and wantto expand on their skills by working for a service that providesforensic and secure mental health services.

We are one of only three Trusts in the country to provide high secure services, with our catchment area covering Wales and the North West and West Midlands of England.

A recruitment and retention premia (£600 - £4034) is available for roles in Secure Care dependant on allocations. Allocations are determined by the service; premia will reflect service allocation.

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

To carry out assigned duties, involving direct care and observation of service users under the guidance and indirect supervision of qualified staff.

To report to the qualified staff any observations made whilst providing care to service users activities and leisure, providing details of mental state and risk factors.

To work with service users on an individual and group basis as outlined in the care plan and as directed by the appropriate named lead professional.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Nursing Assistants to join our new Hospital Mossley Hill. 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 20 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.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 11 million people.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

We need you to help us achieve and deliver our ambition.

Job summary

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.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.