Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Research Nurse to work with our Research & Development Team on a 2-year fixed term basis, with the view to extend.The post holder will be required to work with a range of services across BDCFT (including In-patient and Community Health Services).The Research Nurse works as part of the Research & Development team to support the safe conduct of research in in accordance with the UK Policy Framework for Health & Social Care Research and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.You will work with the research team to plan, implement, organise and manage concurrent research projects. Develop networks with Multidisciplinary Teams across the Trust and other appropriate local and national organisations and agencies.Also be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials.Working under the supervision of Clinical Studies Officer/Senior Research Nurse, you will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and is accountable for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience. Main duties of the job The post holder will need be organised, motivated and able to prioritise their own workload. Responsibilities will include assisting in the recruitment into, and support of, service users/carers/patients in clinical studies. This will involve supporting other clinicians and managers by helping to identify potential participants, providing information about research governance, research protocols, and carrying out recruitment and follow up assessments as required by the research protocol. A key part of the role will be to liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team so the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Closing date: 4th November 2024Shortlisting: w/c 4th November 2024Interviews TBC About us Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: - We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partnersWe will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :Increase mileage rates for > 3500A wide range of health and wellbeing support packagesA range of internal and external development and learning opportunitiesPlus many more.We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 453-24-6393913 Job locations Lynfield Mount Hospital Heights Lane Bradford BD9 6DP Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role. Right to Work in the UK Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role. Right to Work in the UK Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current Registered Nurse/Mental Health/General or equivalent Desirable Postgraduate degree Health Research qualifications eg. MPhil, MSc by Research etc Experience Essential Experience of project delivery or development in NHS/non-NHS setting. Proven ability and experience to work effectively autonomously and within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience working in an NHS or clinical research setting. Experience in an NHS clinical environment or non-NHS research setting Experience of undertaking participant assessments as part of research project Understanding and experience of research methodology. Experience of recruitment and data collection in research studies Experience of working to GCP guidelines and/or other regulatory frameworks for clinical/non-clinical research. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current Registered Nurse/Mental Health/General or equivalent Desirable Postgraduate degree Health Research qualifications eg. MPhil, MSc by Research etc Experience Essential Experience of project delivery or development in NHS/non-NHS setting. Proven ability and experience to work effectively autonomously and within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience working in an NHS or clinical research setting. Experience in an NHS clinical environment or non-NHS research setting Experience of undertaking participant assessments as part of research project Understanding and experience of research methodology. Experience of recruitment and data collection in research studies Experience of working to GCP guidelines and/or other regulatory frameworks for clinical/non-clinical research. 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Lynfield Mount Hospital Heights Lane Bradford BD9 6DP Employer's website https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)