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Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Research Nurse/AHP/Practitioner

The closing date is 31 March 2026

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Job summary

This is a fixed term contract for 18 months.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Research and Innovation Team for a Band 6 Research Nurse/AHP or Practitioner to coordinate and manage a portfolio of research, providing GWH patients with access to opportunities to participate in ground breaking research.

As part of the senior delivery team, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the day to day functioning of the wider team, providing line management and contributing to the development of others.

They will be pivotal in working with staff across the organization, raising awareness of research and identifying and developing strategies to increase activity and overcome barriers.

Training and development will be supported.

Main duties of the job

The function of the Trust Multi Specialty research specialist nurse/practitioner is to provide clinical support for research participants at the Great Western Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in research projects, working closely with the Consultant lead of the trial. The role will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients recruited into research projects, and the collection and documentation of accurate data.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

249-7864825

Job locations

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of research projects. Both Commercial and Non-Commercial and to take responsibility for studies allocated to you by the Research Clinical Delivery Lead.

Please see attached full Job Description

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of research projects. Both Commercial and Non-Commercial and to take responsibility for studies allocated to you by the Research Clinical Delivery Lead.

Please see attached full Job Description

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Nursing Degree or equivalent
  • Demonstrate on going personal development

Desirable

  • Communication training experience

Experience

Essential

  • Post registration experience

Desirable

  • Previous involvement in Research/audit activity
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Nursing Degree or equivalent
  • Demonstrate on going personal development

Desirable

  • Communication training experience

Experience

Essential

  • Post registration experience

Desirable

  • Previous involvement in Research/audit activity

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


Employer's website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Research Delivery Lead

Suzannah Pegler

suzannah.pegler1@nhs.net

01793605237

Details

Date posted

25 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

249-7864825

Job locations

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB


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