Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Clinical Research Nurse or Practitioner, to join our CCRF team at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington. This post would suit enthusiastic individuals who are eager to get involved with delivering clinical research to children and their families throughout children's services at Imperial but with a focus on Paediatric emergency care. The successful applicant will be part of a first class team delivering ongoing paediatric clinical research studies. This role will involve assessing and managing care pathways for participants in research: including, recruitment, education and monitoring of research subjects, providing support for research participants and their families and the accurate collection and documentation of data. You will work collaboratively with colleagues in the research team and the wider multidisciplinary team, to support new and existing clinical trials and studies. You will also require a working knowledge and compliance with local, national and international research regulations including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).Previous experience of working with/in paediatric/neonatal fields is essential. Experience in clinical research is desirable but is not mandatory, as the role will be fully supported, with training provided to ensure patient safety and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) to the highest level of excellence. Main duties of the job You will be responsible for supporting the safe and professional delivery of clinical research trials for children and their families in compliance with GCP and national and local research governance standards. You will have good, foundational clinical knowledge and experience of caring for patients in a paediatric setting with skills that can be translated into a clinical research nurse role. You will be required to adhere to local Trust policy and uphold Trust values in the care of our research participants and your own professional conduct. You will act as an ambassador for paediatric clinical research across the Trust in order to positively impact improvements in clinical care for children and young people. You will be a good communicator and be able to work collaboratively with a variety of multi-disciplinary teams. You will work alongside the existing research staff to recruit patients into our clinical trials using the informed consent process and ensure that the studies are delivered as per their protocols from initiation to close-out. You will be a team player and enjoy supporting your colleagues as well as having the ability to work autonomously when appropriate. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-WCCS-1903 Job locations St Marys Hospital London W2 1NY Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Registered nurse or health professional Desirable RN (Child)/ BSc in Children's nursing Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP) Accreditation Experience Essential Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users Experience in managing complex information Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials Knowledge of medical terminology Desirable Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure Relevant clinical experience within research Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Ability to apply current research to practice Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons Ability to manage difficult situations effectively oGood IT skills; to include competence in word processing and data entry systems Desirable Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential Registered nurse or health professional Desirable RN (Child)/ BSc in Children's nursing Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP) Accreditation Experience Essential Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users Experience in managing complex information Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials Knowledge of medical terminology Desirable Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure Relevant clinical experience within research Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Ability to apply current research to practice Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons Ability to manage difficult situations effectively oGood IT skills; to include competence in word processing and data entry systems Desirable Venepuncture and/or cannulation 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. 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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address St Marys Hospital London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)