Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Research Team at East Cheshire NHS Trust as a Band 6 Research Midwife. This is a secondment / fixed term post until 31st March 2026 to support with increased maternity research activity.

The role requires adherence to Good Clinical Practice and research governance.

If you are committed to providing high quality care and excellent communication skills with an interest in research this role could be for you.

Previous research experience not required as research study specific training will be given.

Hours per week: 7.5

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a Research Midwife to support with the delivery of research studies within maternity services.

The post holder will be involved in ensuring that all research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), using knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice alongside a working knowledge and compliance with local, national and international research regulations.  

This is an excellent opportunity to enable the individual to gain a wide range of skills and experience within the research environment. You will support with the recruitment and randomisation of patients into studies, ensuring the patient pathway in the trials is completed, completing electronic and paper CRFs. Duties will also include providing support to patients who have been, or have the potential to be, recruited into the trials.

More information on the role and its requirements can be found in the job description and person specification documentation.

Working for our organisation

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.