Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner
Band 4
Main area: Mental Health Grade: Band 4 Contract: 12 months (fixed term contract) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Part-time hours, hybrid/flexible working considered.) Full time Part time Flexible working Home or remote working Job ref: 437-6906059 Site: Central Park Town, Northampton Road, Manchester Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 Per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 05/02/2025 23:59 Job overview
This post has been funded by the Greater Manchester Regional Research Delivery Network to improve and facilitate recruitment of GMMH service users, their families, carers and staff to high quality mental health research studies on the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Portfolio. Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work with GMMH research units and clinical teams to maximise participant recruitment to NIHR portfolio studies utilising new and established systems and processes. Working for our organisation
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than
160
locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be a key member of the GMMH R&I team, providing ongoing support to established GMMH research units to enable effective recruitment to clinical research studies related to the research units across the GMMH footprint. The post holder will liaise with local clinical teams and study sponsors to support the delivery of study protocols and the service users involved. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that the research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the service users and will have a key role in providing and maintaining an appropriate participant-focused environment to facilitate the production of good quality research. Post holders will be expected to participate fully in their personal development and review process in order to achieve the objectives for this post. Although based at the Central Park (Newton Heath), post holders will be required to work across GMMH clinical services. This role is an excellent development opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in research or clinical psychology. Person specification
Education / Qualifications
Good general level of education such as NVQ plus additional experience OR Diploma in scientific/healthcare or related discipline Degree in scientific/healthcare or related discipline Experience
Experience of working in a clinical or service user facing environment Experience of reading and interpreting guidance and communicating complex information to others Experience of handling competing demands simultaneously, prioritising work, meeting deadlines and dealing with an unpredictable work pattern Experience of working in the NHS Experience of working in a mental health setting Experience of presenting to groups of people Experience of working in a research recruitment role Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of laws relevant to research, e.g., Data Protection Act, Mental Capacity Act Knowledge of ICH- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research Knowledge of UK Policy Framework for Health & Social Care Research Knowledge and understanding of Research Recruitment Understanding of Health Research Authority Approval processes Skills and Abilities
Enthusiastic and committed The ability to develop good working relationships with staff of all disciplines and at all levels Excellent communication skills, both written and oral including the ability to produce reports and develop promotional material Specialist knowledge of MS Office Suite Ability to work at an appropriate level of autonomy and responsibility Ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to analyse, manipulate and present data from large datasets Ability to read and interpret guidance and communicate complex information to others Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise work Excellent organisational skills Ability to sustain concentration with constant interruptions Other Requirements
Ability to work in high pressure situations Ability and willingness to travel as there is a requirement to travel to different Trust sites and academic establishments within the Northwest area Display sensitivity to others and respect confidentiality Ability to adapt to change and cope with uncertainty The post holder may occasionally be asked to work outside normal work hours Important Information about working for GMMH: All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer. The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve. Sponsorship We are proud to be an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Do you have experience outside the NHS? We want to attract and retain people with diverse skills and experience. **Please note, this vacancy may be closed at any time if sufficient applications have been received**
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Band 4
Main area: Mental Health Grade: Band 4 Contract: 12 months (fixed term contract) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Part-time hours, hybrid/flexible working considered.) Full time Part time Flexible working Home or remote working Job ref: 437-6906059 Site: Central Park Town, Northampton Road, Manchester Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 Per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 05/02/2025 23:59 Job overview
This post has been funded by the Greater Manchester Regional Research Delivery Network to improve and facilitate recruitment of GMMH service users, their families, carers and staff to high quality mental health research studies on the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Portfolio. Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work with GMMH research units and clinical teams to maximise participant recruitment to NIHR portfolio studies utilising new and established systems and processes. Working for our organisation
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than
160
locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be a key member of the GMMH R&I team, providing ongoing support to established GMMH research units to enable effective recruitment to clinical research studies related to the research units across the GMMH footprint. The post holder will liaise with local clinical teams and study sponsors to support the delivery of study protocols and the service users involved. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that the research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the service users and will have a key role in providing and maintaining an appropriate participant-focused environment to facilitate the production of good quality research. Post holders will be expected to participate fully in their personal development and review process in order to achieve the objectives for this post. Although based at the Central Park (Newton Heath), post holders will be required to work across GMMH clinical services. This role is an excellent development opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in research or clinical psychology. Person specification
Education / Qualifications
Good general level of education such as NVQ plus additional experience OR Diploma in scientific/healthcare or related discipline Degree in scientific/healthcare or related discipline Experience
Experience of working in a clinical or service user facing environment Experience of reading and interpreting guidance and communicating complex information to others Experience of handling competing demands simultaneously, prioritising work, meeting deadlines and dealing with an unpredictable work pattern Experience of working in the NHS Experience of working in a mental health setting Experience of presenting to groups of people Experience of working in a research recruitment role Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of laws relevant to research, e.g., Data Protection Act, Mental Capacity Act Knowledge of ICH- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research Knowledge of UK Policy Framework for Health & Social Care Research Knowledge and understanding of Research Recruitment Understanding of Health Research Authority Approval processes Skills and Abilities
Enthusiastic and committed The ability to develop good working relationships with staff of all disciplines and at all levels Excellent communication skills, both written and oral including the ability to produce reports and develop promotional material Specialist knowledge of MS Office Suite Ability to work at an appropriate level of autonomy and responsibility Ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to analyse, manipulate and present data from large datasets Ability to read and interpret guidance and communicate complex information to others Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise work Excellent organisational skills Ability to sustain concentration with constant interruptions Other Requirements
Ability to work in high pressure situations Ability and willingness to travel as there is a requirement to travel to different Trust sites and academic establishments within the Northwest area Display sensitivity to others and respect confidentiality Ability to adapt to change and cope with uncertainty The post holder may occasionally be asked to work outside normal work hours Important Information about working for GMMH: All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer. The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve. Sponsorship We are proud to be an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Do you have experience outside the NHS? We want to attract and retain people with diverse skills and experience. **Please note, this vacancy may be closed at any time if sufficient applications have been received**
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