The Research Assistant will support Richard Keagan-Bull, a researcher with a learning disability, to work on the co-production part of the LeDeR programme (reviews of deaths of people with learning disabilities in England), to make the information accessible to people with learning disabilities. The role is to work alongside the researcher to help him think through difficult topics, give both practical and moral support, help him read and respond to emails, support him in planning his diary, help with producing and sending out easy-read agendas and other materials, support him in attending meetings and giving presentations, as well as other support tasks that may arise.
The post holder is a health/social care worker with experience of supporting people with learning disabilities and an interest in research. They will have excellent communication skills with a track record of communicating and engaging well with people with learning disabilities. This includes skills in easy-read written communication. They will demonstrate flair, flexibility, enthusiasm, and innovation when faced with challenges. They need to be able and willing to think and talk about difficult issues, including end-of-life, death and bereavement.
School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health
This is a part-time (4 hours per week, usually worked as three 6-hour days, 10am-4pm on Tuesdays), fixed term position for 18 months with a starting salary of £3,146.88 per annum (10.81% pro rata of £29,071 per annum).
Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 9 April 2025.
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Irene Tuffrey-Wijne.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* 35 days annual leave Full time equivalent
* Generous pension scheme (LGPS or TPS)
* Employee Assistance Programme helps with any work-related problems having a wider impact on your life and gives you access to the savings centre
* Discounts on Perks at Work
* Course fee waiver scheme and discounted courses across the University
* Learn new skills with priority access to thousands of courses via LinkedIn Learning
Season ticket loans up to £10,000 to help you spread the cost of commuting and get the best value for money.
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