Senior Research Nurse (Children’s and Mental Health)
The closing date is 13 March 2026
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-orientated Senior Research Nurse for Childrens and Mental Health (0.7 WTE) for a fixed term contract till the end of March 2027. Who has at least 1 years experience in research governance and research delivery. The post holder will be responsible for scoping research studies, setting-up studies and delivering studies. This role will involve working closely with the governance and finance staff to ensure the studies are delivered correctly and meet performance measures.
It will be desirable to have experience of leading a portfolio of research studies. The candidate will be able to prioritise and manage their own workload independently and be responsive to emerging and urgent requests as directed by the senior research leadership and to support research capacity.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone who can help drive the culture of Children's & Mental Health research in community nursing. To underpin this work, the post holder will support the research strategy to empower community nurses to engage in innovation and improvement to support the NHS 10-year plan. For this role we are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills who will support research across a range of childrens and adult mental health in the Trust. You will be joining the research team that already has 10 staff working in clinical academic roles, research delivery roles and administration roles.
Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers applicants is reached.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Details
Date posted
18 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VP96BB7A42
Job locations
White Rose Office Park
Millshaw Park Lane
Leeds
LS11 0DL
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
White Rose Office Park
Millshaw Park Lane
Leeds
LS11 0DL
Employer's website
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