Job summary
Fixed Term | Full Time (Part time hours available)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Research and Innovation Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust as a Research Nurse.
As a key member of our Clinical Research Facility (CRF) Team, you'll help deliver a diverse and expanding portfolio of research studies. These range from early-phase trials to complex multi-centre studies, offering children and young people access to innovative and potentially life-changing treatments.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse eager to deepen their understanding of clinical research and make a meaningful impact in paediatric healthcare. You'll work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, supporting participants and families throughout their research journey.
About You
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Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (ideally RN Child or RSCN) or Midwife Post registration work experience.
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Awareness, understanding and an appetite to support clinical research delivery across Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Trials Unit Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:
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Recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
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Responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials.
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Deliver skilled, independent care to research participants, including patients and healthy volunteers
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Coordinate patient journeys through complex clinical trials, including CTIMPs, ensuring protocol-driven investigations and tests are organised
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2237 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles and Band 2 roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2237 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles and Band 2 roles.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (ideally RN Child or RSCN), Midwife or Allied Health Professional or Graduate with a degree relevant to clinical research
Desirable
- Teaching, mentoring and Assessors qualification
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
- Minimum of 1 years post qualification/relevant work experience
Desirable
- Previous Research experience
- Post-registration experience within paediatrics
- Mentorship experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Aware of accountability and own limitations
- Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH
- Principles of Infection Control
- Principles of Safeguarding of Children
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respect cultural, social and religious diversity within society
- Able to use own initiative
- Good decision making skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a team
Desirable
- Two years experience in a paediatric speciality
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda
- Health, Safety and Risk awareness
- Awareness of resource management
- Paediatric Life Support training
- Extended role skills e.g. IV practice , venepuncture, cannulation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (ideally RN Child or RSCN), Midwife or Allied Health Professional or Graduate with a degree relevant to clinical research
Desirable
- Teaching, mentoring and Assessors qualification
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development
- Minimum of 1 years post qualification/relevant work experience
Desirable
- Previous Research experience
- Post-registration experience within paediatrics
- Mentorship experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Aware of accountability and own limitations
- Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH
- Principles of Infection Control
- Principles of Safeguarding of Children
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respect cultural, social and religious diversity within society
- Able to use own initiative
- Good decision making skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a team
Desirable
- Two years experience in a paediatric speciality
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda
- Health, Safety and Risk awareness
- Awareness of resource management
- Paediatric Life Support training
- Extended role skills e.g. IV practice , venepuncture, cannulation
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).
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).
