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Job summary

Main area
Research
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
  • Job share
15 hours per week (Monday- Friday , Occasional weekends)
Job ref
389-26- 8293964
Employer
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Bradford Teaching Hospitals
Town
Bradford
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/10/2026 23:59

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Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust logo

Children's Research Sister - 15 hpw

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

Closing Date: 23.10.26  (this may change dependent on response).

 Shortlisting to take place following closing date commencing 26.10.26

 Interview expected to take place in the week commencing 09.10.26

 Due to current Home Office Guidelines, Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated paediatric research nurse to join our dynamic research nursing team. We are looking for a motivated individual with post qualification experience who is willing to learn and develop their skills in clinical research. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with an interest in clinical research and delivering clinical research in paediatrics and neonates, who can provide excellent clinical care to children of all ages and their families participating in research studies.

The role will involve assessing and managing care pathways for participants in research: including, recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants, 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 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).

Main duties of the job

 

The post holder will work within  the Children’s Research Team and be responsible for the co-ordination and support of clinical research trials   This will facilitate the production of high quality clinically based research aimed at improving the treatment of patients in Bradford.

 

The post  will involve the recruitment of patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data throughout the patient’s participation in the trial. As a research nurse you will be responsible for direct and indirect care, assessing and managing the care pathways of patients and carers, educating and supporting them and acting as their advocate at all times

 

The role will involve raising the profile of research and focusing on increasing the recruitment of patients into clinical trials on time and target. This in line with the objectives of the Department of Health, National Institute for Health Research, through the Regional Research Delivery  Network; Yorkshire and Humber, research sponsors and funders.

Working for our organisation

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

  • We value people
  • We are one team
  • We care

We’re keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrable ,recent paediatric nursing experience
  • Evidence of post qualification training
  • Knowledge of child protection issues in accordance with trust policy
  • Experience of audit/project management
Desirable criteria
  • Previous Research Experience

Skills

Essential criteria
  • IT skills – word, outlook, excel ,teams
  • Excellent organisation skills – including time management, staff and resource management
  • Ability to interpret and communicate complex information
Desirable criteria
  • Phlebotomy/cannulation skills

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
  • Understanding of clinical trial process

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • NMC Registered Nurse (Child)
  • Diploma/Degree in Nursing
  • Teaching/mentoring certificate/skills
Desirable criteria
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training

Other requirements

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work in various locations throughout the Trust, as required, and be able to carry out the physical elements of the post e.g. prolonged computer work and phlebotomy.
  • Able to manage portfolio of trials being able to prioritise workload of self and work independently without close supervision
Desirable criteria
  • Awareness of Trust policies and procedures

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rachel Wane
Job title
Children's Senior Research Sister
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01274382466
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