Job summary
Do you want to be part of a team at the forefront of discovery of ground-breaking therapies for children?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Nurse to join our gene therapy research nursing team within Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) working alongside the immunology department. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and develop their expertise in clinical research on a full-time contract.
You will primarily work alongside the lead gene therapy nurse, providing support across the Gene therapy trials portfolio. You will be based in GOSH/Zayed Centre for research (ZCR) and will be expected to work flexibly both within the gene therapy team and wider afield. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and develop their expertise in clinical research and this exciting area of medicine.
The core working will be between the hours of 08.00-18.00. Some early evening, weekend and night working may be required at times.
We offer a friendly and challenging working environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development. You will work across the both the Blood Cells and Cancer & Research and Innovation Directorates.
Informal discussions and visits are welcomed, please contactProf Claire Booth: Claire.booth@gosh.nhs.ukJinhua Xu-Bayford: jinhua.xu-bayford@gosh.nhs.uk and Grainne O'Toole: Grainne.O'Toole@gosh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The post holder will join the gene therapy team. The team is made up of clinicians, research nurses, project managers and translational scientists amongst others. As a Band 7 research nurse you will be responsible for leading on specific active gene therapy clinical trials , including the set-up phase, working closely with sponsors and the project management team to ensure smooth delivery of the trials. You may be required to work clinically within the team and promote high standards of both patient care and research practice and facilitate appropriate educational and training opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced paediatric nurse. You must have effective organizational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload and to work as part of a team. Previous early phase and IMP research experience is not essential for the post and a comprehensive training and development program will be available to the successful candidate.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
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 documents please view the attachment/s below.
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 documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values o Always welcoming o Always helpful o Always expert o Always one team
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (Child)
- Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
- Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development
Desirable
- Assessor and mentoring qualification/experience
- Leadership or management training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Must demonstrate relevant and sufficient post registration experience to the specialty department
- Previous experience of research and or audit
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of recruiting, education, and monitoring patients within clinical trials
- Understanding of professional & current issues in children's nursing
- Handling child protection concerns in accordance with current policy
- Experience of clinical incidents and complaints handling
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical trial protocols and their application in practice
- Previous experience of CTIMP research and audit
- Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision, and mentoring
- Knowledge of research governance & regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice & EU Directives)
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Specialist skills in the care of children requiring acute or high dependency or ITU care
- Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
- Effective verbal & written communication & listening skills
- Effective teaching, training & preceptorship skills
- Ability to delegate & prioritise workload
- Able to motivate & develop a team of staff
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Effective Time management
- A flexible approach to work
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Effective managerial, leadership & organisational skills
- Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
- Financial management skills
- Good project management & development skills
- Interviewing and appraisal skills
- Data Analysis
- Writing for publication
- Phlebotomy and cannulation skills
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values o Always welcoming o Always helpful o Always expert o Always one team
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (Child)
- Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
- Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development
Desirable
- Assessor and mentoring qualification/experience
- Leadership or management training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Must demonstrate relevant and sufficient post registration experience to the specialty department
- Previous experience of research and or audit
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of recruiting, education, and monitoring patients within clinical trials
- Understanding of professional & current issues in children's nursing
- Handling child protection concerns in accordance with current policy
- Experience of clinical incidents and complaints handling
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical trial protocols and their application in practice
- Previous experience of CTIMP research and audit
- Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision, and mentoring
- Knowledge of research governance & regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice & EU Directives)
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Specialist skills in the care of children requiring acute or high dependency or ITU care
- Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
- Effective verbal & written communication & listening skills
- Effective teaching, training & preceptorship skills
- Ability to delegate & prioritise workload
- Able to motivate & develop a team of staff
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Effective Time management
- A flexible approach to work
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Effective managerial, leadership & organisational skills
- Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
- Financial management skills
- Good project management & development skills
- Interviewing and appraisal skills
- Data Analysis
- Writing for publication
- Phlebotomy and cannulation skills
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.
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.
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.
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 Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
