Job summary
We have an exciting vacancy for a part time Band 5 Nurse working on a busy Coronary Care Unit!

You will be required to work in partnership with a well established and highly effective multi-disciplinary team, caring for an extremely vulnerable and complex group of patients, with a range of cardiac needs and conditions.

This a fixed term position.

Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse who wishes to develop their skills or a newly qualified nurse to join our team on the Acute Coronary Care Unit in Wythenshawe Hospital.

We are a 10 bedded level 2 unit providing extensive cardiac services including the running of the regional primary PCI service. Our nurse patient ratio is usually 1:3.

We care for patients with a wide range of cardiac conditions such as STEMI and NSTEMI's, unstable angina, heart failure, rhythm disturbances and support patients through various interventional cardiac procedures (e.g. angioplasty, ablation, TAVI, etc.)

As a nurse at the Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT), you will benefit from a number of educational programs and career paths. We are committed to the career development of our nurses and will assist you to develop your career in highly specialised clinical area.

This will be an ideal opportunity for experienced nurses who are eager to expand and progress their nursing practice, or junior nurses who would like to develop in the cardiac division. The successful candidate/s will receive full support in education.

We are looking for individuals with a genuine interest in Cardiology who are hard working and passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and are motivated towards maintaining and improving their own skills.

You must be able to have a flexible working pattern which includes days and nights including bank holidays.

About us
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.

Details
Date posted: 14 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 349-WTWA-8280690-RL4
Job locations: ACCU Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Manchester, M23 9LT, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Apply through our website to find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, including the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

The closing date is 28 October 2026. Our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest, so early applications are encouraged.

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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
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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. The level of check required depends on the role, and the job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:

• First level registration Registered Nurse
• Degree or Diploma

Desirable:

• Degree level 6 study
• Teaching Qualification

Experience
Essential:

• Experience of working on own and as part of a team
• Ability to supervise and support junior staff
• Awareness of clinical Audit

Desirable:

• Evidence undertaking a mentor/preceptor role
• Evidence of teaching and assessing skills/ability
• Experience in relevant area of practice

Skills and Abilities
Essential:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
• Able to demonstrate a variety of clinical skills

Knowledge
Essential:

• Knowledge of current nursing issues
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• IT/ Word Processing

Employer details
Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: ACCU Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Manchester, M23 9LT, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Contact: Ward Manager Emma Parker, emma.parker@mft.nhs.uk, 01612916077

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome to apply and will be considered alongside all other applications.