Job summary Narrative Exposure Therapy in Early Intervention in Psychosis: A feasibility Randomised Control Trial (RCT) study. This Research for Patient Benefit (RfPB) NIHR funded study's overall research questions are whether it is feasible and acceptable to deliver, and test through a pilot randomised control trial, Narrative Exposure Therapy in Early Intervention for Psychosis (EIP) services to reduce symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); and whether preliminary evidence from this study is congruent with the intervention being effective. If feasible and promising evidence are reported, this will inform the evaluation of the effectiveness of this intervention in a future fully powered randomised controlled trial. Please see Narrative Exposure Therapy in Early Intervention in Psychosis: A feasibility Randomised Control Trial (RCT) study - NIHR Funding and Awards. This study is led by Dr Miriam Fornells-Ambrojo, Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical, Health and Educational Psychology at University College London (UCL) and Dr James Plaistow, Consultant Clinical Psychologist at CAMEO. Main duties of the job This is a 21-month part-time research post to support and enhance the delivery of a randomised controlled trial at one of the sites in an exciting NIHR funded multi-centre project. The role will involve recruiting and helping collaborating colleagues to recruit patients into the study at one of the study sites (Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust). The role will also involve conducting baseline and follow-up structured research interviews with participants, helping them to complete patient-reported outcome measures. The postholder will be responsible for the secure storage and management of all data collected. There may be opportunities to be involved in qualitative data collection and analysis. The post holder will be employed and managed by Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust to work within the CAMEO North and South teams. The post holder will work under the supervision of CAMEO team managers, the trial co-principal investigators Dr Miriam Fornells-Ambrojo and Dr James Plaistow, as well as senior clinical psychologists. About us Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting andempowering them to lead a fulfilling life. Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development. To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ communities. Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications. Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process. For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 21 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 310-ASMH-7095417 Job locations CAMEO South, Chesterton Medical Centre 35 Union Lane Chesterton, CAMBRIDGE CB4 1PX Job description Job responsibilities Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities To support the delivery of the NETp project within CAMEO Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. To identify potential participants from CAMEO Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. To collate, collect and input participant questionnaire data To collect questionnaire and qualitative interview data from clinicians (and service users participants if required) in EIP services To develop and maintain effective contacts with EIP and relevant stakeholders To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings, steering groups and other forums as appropriate. To communicate information about studies and make presentations to clinicians and other relevant groups. To ensure patients / carers are provided with written information relevant to the research study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research study or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate (i.e. informed consent). To assist clinicians in taking consent from patients/participants to enter research studies. To provide information/reports on recruitment as requested by the regional PI and the NETp study management team. Maintain regular contact with clinical teams participating in studies to encourage recruitment. To work at all times according to Good Clinical Practice and Trust Research Policy, and Trust SOPs. To ensure that any data collection is conducted according to specific research protocols (in liaison with the research teams) and adheres to the Data Protection Act 1998 and according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Adherence to and interpretation of research study protocols and standard operating procedures including compliance with local, national and international research regulations. To assist participants with the completion of questionnaires as necessary. Maintain accurate patient trial documentation, complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in patients medical notes. To carry out timely and accurate recording and storage or study data into study databases and storage system, maintaining data protection and GCP requirements at all times. Coordinate treatment, assessment and follow-up as necessary in accordance with research protocol. To attend and support patients in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of research projects. Ensure safety data is reported to required SOPs and study protocols, and reports send in a timely manner. To record and report any adverse events and serious adverse events according to trial protocol and local procedures. DVLA have a number ofreciprocalarrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website Job description Job responsibilities Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities To support the delivery of the NETp project within CAMEO Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. To identify potential participants from CAMEO Cambridge and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust. To collate, collect and input participant questionnaire data To collect questionnaire and qualitative interview data from clinicians (and service users participants if required) in EIP services To develop and maintain effective contacts with EIP and relevant stakeholders To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings, steering groups and other forums as appropriate. To communicate information about studies and make presentations to clinicians and other relevant groups. To ensure patients / carers are provided with written information relevant to the research study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research study or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate (i.e. informed consent). To assist clinicians in taking consent from patients/participants to enter research studies. To provide information/reports on recruitment as requested by the regional PI and the NETp study management team. Maintain regular contact with clinical teams participating in studies to encourage recruitment. To work at all times according to Good Clinical Practice and Trust Research Policy, and Trust SOPs. To ensure that any data collection is conducted according to specific research protocols (in liaison with the research teams) and adheres to the Data Protection Act 1998 and according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Adherence to and interpretation of research study protocols and standard operating procedures including compliance with local, national and international research regulations. To assist participants with the completion of questionnaires as necessary. Maintain accurate patient trial documentation, complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in patients medical notes. To carry out timely and accurate recording and storage or study data into study databases and storage system, maintaining data protection and GCP requirements at all times. Coordinate treatment, assessment and follow-up as necessary in accordance with research protocol. To attend and support patients in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of research projects. Ensure safety data is reported to required SOPs and study protocols, and reports send in a timely manner. To record and report any adverse events and serious adverse events according to trial protocol and local procedures. DVLA have a number ofreciprocalarrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential First degree (2:1 or higher) in psychology or other relevant subject and excellent academic record oEntitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society Desirable oMasters degree qualification in mental health research or other relevant social science oTraining in Good Clinical Practice Experience Essential oWorking in an NHS mental health service or social care environment oResearch experience/clinical trials experience oExperience of conducting interviews in a research or clinical context, using standardized, patient-reported outcome measures oExperience of data management, recording and storing data in line with data protection and GCP requirements oExperience of administrative work including data management. oAble to apply a comprehensive understanding of relevant NHS systems and procedures and an awareness of activities in the broader work area. Desirable Experience of working with patients with first episode psychosis, people at high risk of developing psychosis or other vulnerable groups oExperience working with trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder oPrevious NHS or other healthcare environment experience oKnowledge of electronic health record patient administrative systems oAwareness of current legislation regarding research governance issues Knowledge and Skills Essential oPost holder should be enthusiastic about research in Psychosis and supporting clinical service delivery oMotivation/Interest in clinical research oAttention to detail oGood organisational skills and time management skills oAbility to work under own initiative and independently outside the department without direct supervision. oClear verbal communication and engagement skills, and be flexible and confident in working with service users with psychosis, as colleagues and research participants, oAbility to communicate with wide range of people and demonstrate customer care skills oKnowledge of Trust Patient Information systems, e.g. SystmOne Desirable oPrevious experience of research and/or audit oAbility to learn about new software and systems. oFamiliar with GCP guidelines oKnowledge of Research Governance. oFamiliar with Trust data storage systems. oEffective management of equipment and resources Personal Qualities/Other Essential oMotivated towards personal and professional development with strong CPD record oAble to contain and work with high levels of distress from service users and carers oAbility to exercise appropriate levels of self-care and to monitor own state, recognising when it is necessary to take active steps to maintain fitness to practice oAbility to meet the travel requirements of the post (Car user and clean driving licence essential) oThe post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by CPFT. Desirable oPositive approach to Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) including willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude to embrace new ways of working Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential First degree (2:1 or higher) in psychology or other relevant subject and excellent academic record oEntitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society Desirable oMasters degree qualification in mental health research or other relevant social science oTraining in Good Clinical Practice Experience Essential oWorking in an NHS mental health service or social care environment oResearch experience/clinical trials experience oExperience of conducting interviews in a research or clinical context, using standardized, patient-reported outcome measures oExperience of data management, recording and storing data in line with data protection and GCP requirements oExperience of administrative work including data management. oAble to apply a comprehensive understanding of relevant NHS systems and procedures and an awareness of activities in the broader work area. Desirable Experience of working with patients with first episode psychosis, people at high risk of developing psychosis or other vulnerable groups oExperience working with trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder oPrevious NHS or other healthcare environment experience oKnowledge of electronic health record patient administrative systems oAwareness of current legislation regarding research governance issues Knowledge and Skills Essential oPost holder should be enthusiastic about research in Psychosis and supporting clinical service delivery oMotivation/Interest in clinical research oAttention to detail oGood organisational skills and time management skills oAbility to work under own initiative and independently outside the department without direct supervision. oClear verbal communication and engagement skills, and be flexible and confident in working with service users with psychosis, as colleagues and research participants, oAbility to communicate with wide range of people and demonstrate customer care skills oKnowledge of Trust Patient Information systems, e.g. SystmOne Desirable oPrevious experience of research and/or audit oAbility to learn about new software and systems. oFamiliar with GCP guidelines oKnowledge of Research Governance. oFamiliar with Trust data storage systems. oEffective management of equipment and resources Personal Qualities/Other Essential oMotivated towards personal and professional development with strong CPD record oAble to contain and work with high levels of distress from service users and carers oAbility to exercise appropriate levels of self-care and to monitor own state, recognising when it is necessary to take active steps to maintain fitness to practice oAbility to meet the travel requirements of the post (Car user and clean driving licence essential) oThe post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by CPFT. Desirable oPositive approach to Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) including willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude to embrace new ways of working 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust Address CAMEO South, Chesterton Medical Centre 35 Union Lane Chesterton, CAMBRIDGE CB4 1PX Employer's website https://www.cpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)