Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Nursing Assistant
The closing date is 23 November 2026

Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge and a rewarding progressive career?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a caring, compassionate and enthusiastic Band 3 Nursing Assistant to work within our Neuro-behavioural Rehabilitation inpatient service on Ward 1, Walkergate Park.

The service supports individuals who have sustained an acquired brain injury, who present with a range of physical, cognitive, communication and emotional problems, and who may be exhibiting challenging behaviour which prevents the individual engaging in other specialist rehab environments. We aim to provide a secure, structured and low stimulation environment that is suitable for people who require assessment and/ or rehabilitation.

Main duties of the job
We are looking for caring, empathetic, enthusiastic and motivated individuals who have a passion to improve the lives of individuals who have an acquired brain injury. You must be flexible, adaptive and reliable with excellent communication skills and demonstrate a patient centred approach. An interest in working within Neurological care in a challenging but rewarding environment is essential.

You will work shifts, rotating throughout a 24 hour period. You will work in a highly supported environment, and will be provided with training opportunities to further develop your knowledge and skills.

We will provide you with a comprehensive induction period and have access to ongoing clinical supervision and appraisal with development review that will provide you with support and the specialist skills required to meet the holistic needs of our patients.

You will be visible and accessible to patients, families and carers working together to ensure efficient, effective safe and caring services. You will provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, mutual respect and dignity.

About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year, per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 263-SCG26-120-HD-B
Job locations: Walkergate Park Hospital, Benfield Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 4QD, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Education & Qualification

• Essential: Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period OR equivalent demonstrable experience
• Essential: Knowledge of care related procedures, clinical observation, relevant legislation
• Desirable: Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject OR a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge & Experience

• Essential: Previous care experience
• Essential: Person centred care approach
• Essential: Understanding of mental health and/or learning disabilities needs
• Essential: Safeguarding knowledge
• Essential: Awareness of carer needs

Skills & Competencies

• Essential: Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Essential: Ability to undertake PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training
• Essential: Verbal and written communication skills
• Essential: Effective Time Management
• Desirable: Ability to prioritise tasks
• Desirable: Accurate record keeping skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name: Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Walkergate Park Hospital, Benfield Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 4QD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Patsy Murray, Patricia.murray2@cntw.nhs.uk, 01912875087