Total 44 science rd research job vacancies in Education / Training category in Nottingham, NG5 1PB

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Science to join our high-performing Science Faculty. The post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate.

What the school offers its staff

The focus at Park Vale Academy is on outstanding achievement for every student through maintaining a culture of extremely high expectations in relation to student conduct and attitudes. Consequently, academic results have improved significantly since the school re-opened in 2016 (a Progress 8 score of -0.05 in 2024 is our best so far) and the last OFSTED inspection (2024) graded the school as Good in every category.

Park Vale Academy is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

Commitment to safeguarding

As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

Contract Type: Fixed Term (24 months)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Hybrid Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £43,421 (Level one) rising to £46,464 (Level two) subject to satisfactory completion of a probation period. The salary is pro rata for part-time employees.

Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG

The starting salary is £43,421 per annum (level one) with annual incremental rises to £46,464 per annum (level four), subject to satisfactory completion of a probation period. The salary is pro-rata for part time employees.

This role is advertised as a 2 year (24 months) fixed term post. Secondments may be considered (approval must be sought from your line manager).

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the role
Nottingham City Council has an ambition to become an effective research partner and research active organisation, embedding evidence in all decision making. In order to achieve this, we will need to develop a systematic approach for guiding colleagues, provide training and support on finding and applying evidence to inform decisions and processes, and develop research infrastructure including governance, to support research proposals and their delivery. We are looking for a colleague who is passionate about evidence informed practice to lead on this developmental workstream, and to join a national network of research practitioners supported by the NIHR Research Support Service Specialist Centre for Public Health (SCPH) working to embed research across local authorities by sharing best practice and protocols. If you have applied research experience, particularly within a large organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key objectives of the role will include:
- supporting networking and influencing senior colleagues across the Council to promote the value of research and evidence to inform practice
- delivering research awareness and knowledge mobilisation activities
- facilitating and providing training on finding and using evidence
- assessing Council’s research readiness (including skills and capacity audit) and identifying development needs with regards to research culture, collaboration, dissemination and infrastructure
- supporting development of research infrastructure/processes
- facilitating networking (across all Council’s directorates responsible for functions related to wider health determinants) for colleagues interested in research and enabling access to relevant guidance, support and training
- promoting, supporting and contributing to the activity of the Specialist Centre for Public Health (SCPH)

• About you
  The ideal candidate will have:
  . Knowledge, skills and experience in a broad range of applied research and evaluation methods applicable to public health including wider determinants of health.
  - Knowledge of research funding systems, application processes and governance
  - Understanding of the challenges in translating evidence into practice and experience of facilitating this
  - The ability to influence and engage with senior leaders and Nottingham City Council teams
  - Experience in designing and delivering training and knowledge mobilisation activities related to research and finding and using evidence to inform practice
  - Project management skills and experience
  - The ability to lead, motivate, mobilise and build capacity in others
  - Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to present complex issues clearly and in an engaging manner to a range of audiences, both professional and public
  - Experience of working well against a background of change and uncertainty, can work with people of all capabilities and attitudes

The role will be based within our Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence team but will work across all Council’s directorates responsible for functions related to wider health determinants.

Please click on the following link for a short introduction to our Public Health team: What is Public Health - VEED

The post holder will also be expected to develop a close working relationship with colleagues at University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University.

What to do next:
• Locate and review the job description and information pack provided. Consider how you will evidence the required competencies and prepare your application.
• We are keen to give all applicants an opportunity to shine and show their full potential. Therefore, in addition to your application we are asking all applicants to send us their response to the following question:

“Thinking about where you live, what three things could or already do, make a big difference to the local community’s health and wellbeing?”
You can provide this response in any format you like – it can be a word document (no more than 1000 words), a set of Powerpoint slides, a short video or something else entirely! In responding to this question we are interested in your personal thoughts and reflections, as well as how you approach the question and communicate your answer. There is no textbook answer, however in order to make this a meaningful part of the process we ask that you do not use AI text generators such as ChatGPT or similar. Responses will be checked for the likely use of AI and the result of this will be considered during shortlisting.

Responses should be emailed to hannah.stovin@nottinghamcity.gov.uk before the closing date and named using the name provided on your application. Important - Applications will not be considered during shortlisting unless this requirement has been met.

You can find the job description for this post here

- A DBS check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

- The postholder will need the ability to live and work in the UK

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For more information or an informal chat about the role, please email dana.sumilo@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Closing date: 10th November 2024.

Interviews Likely to be held in person at Loxley House on 29th November 2024

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What skills and experience we're looking for

ESSENTIAL

Relevant ‘A’ Levels (or equivalent) and degree

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant teaching experience or teaching practice

Experience of working with students of a wide range of abilities

An understanding of current educational developments and a clear grasp of issues relating to education in general and their subject specialism(s);

The theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies);

Statutory National Curriculum requirements at the appropriate key stage;

The monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress;

The statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEN and Child Protection;

The positive links necessary within the Academy and with all its stakeholders;

Effective teaching and learning styles.

Ability to use innovative, active teaching methods

Ability to use ICT as a learning/admin tool

An ability to work in collaborative partnership with the full range of people associated with the Trust - staff, parents, governors, community, business, Diocese and LA

Effective communication skills, written and verbal

Good organisational skills

Ability to work with students with special needs or who are Gifted and Talented.

DESIRABLE

Good honours degree (2:1 or better)

Currently working or training in UK secondary school or FE College

Relevant ‘life experience’ e.g. time working in business or industry

The integration of ICT into Science

Raising achievement in Science

EAL

Commitment to offering effective extra-curricular activities

What the school offers its staff

Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions

A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice

Generous pension scheme

Access to discounted travel schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive training and support

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

Eye care voucher scheme

Free flu vaccine

Access to e-learning and development

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Nottingham is one of 23 specialist clinical research facilities in England, bringing together the latest cutting-edge technology with world-leading clinical expertise. These facilities are accredited by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), the research arm of the NHS. This accreditation is an indication of the quality and excellence of our facilities and the teams of researchers, clinicians and scientists based here. At the heart of the facilities in Nottingham is our expertise in translational Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Alongside substantial investments from UK research funding bodies, the NHS and the University of Nottingham, the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre is recognised internationally as a leading centre for translational research. The Centre combines the expertise and multidisciplinary skills of both Magnetic Resonance physicists and clinical academics. Developing a new medicine requires a diverse range of expertise. The Nottingham CRF brings together the academic, clinical, NHS and industry expertise required to effectively deliver complex studies and early phase research.

Nottingham is one of 23 specialist clinical research facilities in England, bringing together the latest cutting-edge technology with world-leading clinical expertise. These facilities are accredited by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), the research arm of the NHS. This accreditation is an indication of the quality and excellence of our facilities and the teams of researchers, clinicians and scientists based here. At the heart of the facilities in Nottingham is our expertise in translational Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Alongside substantial investments from UK research funding bodies, the NHS and the University of Nottingham, the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre is recognised internationally as a leading centre for translational research. The Centre combines the expertise and multidisciplinary skills of both Magnetic Resonance physicists and clinical academics. Within neurology there is an internationally renowned academic unit and the department has a strong track record for attracting research funding and successfully delivering clinical trials Developing a new medicine requires a diverse range of expertise. The Nottingham CRF brings together the academic, clinical, NHS and industry expertise required to effectively deliver complex studies and early phase research. Part Time applications will also be considered.

As research OSP, to facilitate the set-up and coordination of research studies in line with the research SLA between ophthalmology and the R+I teams. Ensure completion of responsibilities within the required timescales and research study protocols. To work as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking ophthalmic imaging using a variety of techniques, for patients of all ages, ranging from children to the elderly and who have various communication abilities. To work within the Ophthalmology virtual clinic, utilising additional clinical skills to complete a full assessment in line with the clinical protocols/procedures Participate in the theoretical and clinical teaching of ophthalmic imaging to colleagues, students or other health professional visiting the department Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills required to undertake the role of ophthalmic science practitioner To participate in departmental audit projects Please familiarise yourself with the job description for this role for a full list of duties.

A Vacancy at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.


A new role of research ophthalmic science practitioner has been created within ophthalmology to coordinate and support the research trials requiring input from our services. This is a really exciting opportunity to work between ophthalmology and research and innovation teams, to facilitate the set-up of research studies in a timely fashion, ensure patients enrolled in trials have visits in line with the study protocol and work collaboratively across the teams.

Research & Innovation (R&I) receives and generates funding from various routes, in order to support and foster clinical research in Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and in partnership with regional stakeholders. As part of the research support infrastructure, the Ophthalmology department plays an integral role in facilitating R&I to carry out this function. Consequently, NUH R&I is enabling the development of this role. The post holder will be based in ophthalmology and must be flexible to meet the needs of the service. Excellent communication, organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently to prescribed timelines are essential skills required for the role.


As research OSP, to facilitate the set-up and coordination of research studies in line with the research SLA between ophthalmology and the R+I teams. Ensure completion of responsibilities within the required timescales and research study protocols.To work as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking ophthalmic imaging using a variety of techniques, for patients of all ages, ranging from children to the elderly and who have various communication abilities.


To work within the Ophthalmology virtual clinic, utilising additional clinical skills to complete a full assessment in line with the clinical protocols/procedures.

With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

As research OSP, to facilitate the set-up and coordination of research studies in line with the research SLA between ophthalmology and the R+I teams. Ensure completion of responsibilities within the required timescales and research study protocols.

To work as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking ophthalmic imaging using a variety of techniques, for patients of all ages, ranging from children to the elderly and who have various communication abilities.



To work within the Ophthalmology virtual clinic, utilising additional clinical skills to complete a full assessment in line with the clinical protocols/procedures

Participate in the theoretical and clinical teaching of ophthalmic imaging to colleagues, students or other health professional visiting the department

Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills required to undertake the role of ophthalmic science practitioner

To participate in departmental audit projects

Please familiarise yourself with the job description for this role for a full list of duties.


This advert closes on Sunday 27 Oct 2024

Redhill Academy Trust Teachers’ Main/ Upper pay scale
Full Time
Permanent
Required January 2025
We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Science to join our high-performing Science Faculty. The post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate.
The focus at Park Vale Academy is on outstanding achievement for every student through maintaining a culture of extremely high expectations in relation to student conduct and attitudes. Consequently, academic results have improved significantly since the school re-opened in 2016 (a Progress 8 score of -0.05 in 2024 is our best so far) and the last OFSTED inspection (2024) graded the school as Good in every category.
Park Vale Academy is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.
Benefits

Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
Recognised continuous local government service
The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
Cycle to work Scheme
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
Employee benefits platform

For further details regarding this post or to request a visit please contact Mr Bowhay, Headteacher on the academy phone number (0115 8221244). To apply complete our on-line application form, please use the 'apply now' button. Please include the following in the additional information section of the application:

Your reasons for applying for the role
Your ideas on effective teaching and learning in Science

If you have any questions or queries regarding the application process please contact the HR Team on hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk.
As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Science to join our high-performing Science Faculty. The post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate.

What the school offers its staff

The focus at Park Vale Academy is on outstanding achievement for every student through maintaining a culture of extremely high expectations in relation to student conduct and attitudes. Consequently, academic results have improved significantly since the school re-opened in 2016 (a Progress 8 score of -0.05 in 2024 is our best so far) and the last OFSTED inspection (2024) graded the school as Good in every category.

Park Vale Academy is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

Commitment to safeguarding

As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.

Administer, co-ordinate and manage the collection of data relating to ongoing clinical studies in the DREEAM portfolio and assist with recruitment into other studies when required. Screen, identify, recruit and follow-up appropriate patients for clinical studies. Demonstrate excellence and professionalism in all modes of communication: in writing, in person, via telephone and using new media. Carry out and/or monitor all trial-related and other clinical care procedures for research participants to the highest safety standards. Demonstrate keyboard, word processing and database skills, adapting to the required needs of specialist and trial-specific systems. Perform trial and other procedures competently and in accordance with local Trust policies e.g. ECG, sample processing, pregnancy testing, venepuncture, I.V cannulation. Ensure that the processing and storage of biological samples meets the necessary requirements of the research protocol in order to ensure safe handling and quality. Take responsibility for seeking consent from patients and relatives and/or provide support to medical colleagues in doing so. Approach patients and/or relatives during their inpatient stay to gain retrospective informed consent where appropriate. Liaise with clinical research associates involved in specific clinical trials and report any concerns or safety problems to the appropriate authority. Undertake research work under minimal supervision. Maintain accurate records and other documentation appropriate to the individual trials. Take responsibility for groups of patients in specific trials to coordinate all aspects of their participation. Contribute to the efficient set-up of new clinical trials as required and take the role of lead nurse on individual trials to improve continuity and effectiveness. Ensure all trials are carried out in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines. Represent DREEAM at investigator meetings and conferences associated with clinical trials and as an advocate for NHS research and evidence-based care. Ensure G.P.s are informed of, and updated on their patients participation in clinical trials in the portfolio where required. Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of research participants and their families are protected at all times. Actively maintain and promote effective communication within the department, the multi-professional team, patients and their families and other departments or organisations within the trust and network. Be a committed and supportive member of our small research team. Take responsibility for ensuring safe keeping and archiving of all data from clinical studies in line with relevant legislation and local guidance. Prepare for and facilitate trial monitoring by sponsors and regulatory authorities as required. Assist in audit inspections and demonstrate knowledge of the audit process as a resource for clinical colleagues. Ensure all members of the multi-professional team are aware of the clinical trials on the unit through formal and informal teaching. Keep abreast of developments in Emergency and Critical Care research in order to carry out the role effectively and competently. Adopt a proactive approach to ensuring your own education and demonstrate a commitment to the development of the skills, knowledge and confidence of colleagues. Assist in the education of all members of the multi-professional team in the research process, details of specific trials and act as a general resource on research matters when required. Work with the DREEAM Emergency Department Education Team to support the delivery of evidence-based education and promote the ethos of DREEAM and NHS research. Adopt a professional and patient-centred approach to prioritising workload and demonstrate effective strategies for managing the care of patients and their families. Demonstrate excellence in carrying out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards when applicable. Report to medical and/or senior nursing staff on the condition and progress of patients. Demonstrate excellence in carrying out trial-specific procedures / techniques in accordance with trial protocols and standard operating procedures. Work in a supernumerary capacity for occasional nursing shifts to maintain clinical skills and links with clinical areas. Contribute towards maintaining an environment conducive to learning and development. Contribute towards ensuring that research influences practice and education.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Substantial successful teaching experience in the appropriate subject area across the full 11-16 age and ability range
• Demonstrable impact in raising student achievement and adding value
• Completion of relevant CPD
• Evidence of being able to lead, manage and be responsible for initiatives/developments across a range of staff
• Experience of developing the curriculum
• Evidence of mentoring or coaching other staff to improve their outcomes
• Experience of supporting and challenging staff
• Teaching experience of KS5
• Teaching experience of BTEC Level 2 and / or Level 3

What the school offers its staff

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
• Access to Teachers’ pension scheme
• Access to discounted travel schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Free flu vaccine
• Access to e-learning and development

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

ClinicalAssist research nurses/ACPs/Clinicians in delivery of patient care to research participants.Support and co-ordinate obtaining and processing of blood and tissue samples in the clinical setting as well as optimising recruitment via clinics and MDTs.Work alongside research nurses ensuring samples are collected and recorded per protocol.Review and record treatments, adverse events and response to treatment to relevant study documentation including source data and case report forms including electronic data entry.Plan, prepare and participate in monitoring visits and respond to trial data queries.CommunicationTo function as a member of the Research and Innovation Clinical Trials Team to provide dedicated clinical trials support to research teams across NUH. Working within a multidisciplinary team, to co-ordinate a caseload of patients participating in local, national andinternational clinical trials in various treatment types.Disseminate information to consultants regarding new trials on the National Institute ofHealth Research trial portfolio as well as non-adopted clinical trials, to enable optimal patient recruitment.Ensure ethics and R&D approval and indemnities are in place before recruitment of first patients to a newly set up trial.Liaise with clinical teams to organise and ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as and when required, obtain the results, ensure eligibility and randomise thepatient.Liaise with medical staff to record organise and ensure the timely administration of treatmentand any necessary follow up investigations and visits.Liaise with histopathology ensuring tissue samples are stored via Tissue Bank guidelines, organising storage and catalogue of samples kept.To ensure effective communication with support departments to request and obtain specifictrial related information. E.g. Radiology copy scans, histological status and tissue samples.Organise the collection, storage and shipment of protocol specific samples. Explain, dispense and collect patient quality of life questionnaires and diaries. Liaise with designatedPharmacist to co-ordinate the availability and dispensing of trial drugs if required.Provide information to allow for invoices to be raised for payments where appropriate.Contribute to and supply verbal and written information on the teams portfolio of trials and the number of patients recruited to the R&I team, hospital/university staff, local/Network meetings, regulatory bodies etc., as required.ManagerialMaintain patients records and accurately document data collected in case report forms and medical notes, ensuring correct storage and maintaining confidentiality.To record trial activity on data systems and plan yearly Audits on recruitment as required by the clinicians.Forward trial data in a timely manner to the trial co-ordinating centre and liaise with their personnel as necessary.Attend local and national meetings and feedback to members of the team.ProfessionalWork alongside medical and nursing staff to assist in the informed consent process by giving information to patients concerning trials and allowing them to reach a fully informed decisionabout participation.To have specific and specialist knowledge of the patient pathway with regard to individual patients diagnosis and the treatment options that are available to them.In discussion with the team leader, report adverse and serious adverse events to the relevant trial centre and site personnel, within the agreed timelines to ensure trial procedures and patient safety parameters are met.Act as a contact point for the patient and their relatives. Maintaining contact with and providing ongoing information and support to the patient in a sensitive and professionalmanner. Refer to other specialists as required in order to provide optimal patient care.Participate in Continued professional development and undertake additional training as required per Knowledge Skills Framework and research staff competence framework.Speciality SpecificAssist in the review of trial protocols and identify resource implications for the site.Identify patients suitable for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics and Multi Disciplinary team meetings.Ensure trial protocols are adhered to and that all personnel involved in trials are aware of any changes or protocol amendments. Liaise with trial centres and relevant departments in orderto promote a good working environment and ensure the smooth running of clinical trials forpatients.Work at all times according to regulations described in NUH Policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures, Good Clinical Research Practice and European Directiveand R&I Standard Operation Procedures.NOTE: The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies,procedures and practices of the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which theHospital will amend from time to time. Copies are available on each Ward and Department. Itis the individuals responsibility to keep up-to-date with these and other policy documents

The post holder will be a key member of the Neurology Clinical Research team. They will assist in the management, co-ordination and facilitation of clinical trial activities to support delivery of current and future studies in the research team to time and target. They will provide specialist research and clinical care for participants and patients enrolling in a variety of research studies and project.

This post is open to highly motivated health care professionals with research experience in the clinical environment.

The post-holder will be required to work flexibly over a five day week.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on urgent and high priority studies in a wide variety of clinical environments and alongside clinical experts in order to deliver the highest quality experience for patients in research trials within the Trust.

You will need to familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

The post holder will be responsible for the running of complex clinical trials both commercial and non-commercial, as well as other types of clinical research in the Trust. You will need knowledge of clinical research studies in the clinical setting and exposure to research conducted in the NHS (on wards / theatres / outpatients etc.). Experience of liaising with and maintaining good working relationships with other health professionals across all clinical disciplines at all levels is essential.

The role may involve completing and submitting documents to obtain local approval; collecting, recording and maintaining data for patients on the NIHR portfolio and other studies, providing guidance to other clinical, administrative and research staff, ensuring & organising research tests and investigations, preparing and shipping samples, and ensuring recruitment into clinical trials meets all targets. The role involves acquiring an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and the requirements of local, national and international research regulations.

The post holder will be working independently and with a wider team, work across both sites (QMC & NCH). Full support and training will be provided by to the post holder.

We are changing the lives of millions of people through outstanding clinical research developed by world-leading clinicians, academics and scientists in Nottingham.

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the biggest and busiest acute hospitals in England, employing over 16,000 staff. We provide care to over 2.5million residents of Nottingham and its surrounding communities and specialist services to a further 3-4million people from neighbouring counties.

Clinical research is central to the care we provide for every patient. We deliver over 400 clinical trials across all specialties working as part of the healthcare team, supported by experts in every part of the research process.

Our NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre is translating research discoveries into new treatments for common diseases including asthma and arthritis. Central to our research is Nottingham’s expertise in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

Supporting all of our research is the NIHR Nottingham Clinical Research Facility; providing infrastructure, skills and knowledge essential to the delivery of high quality experimental medicine research for adults and children.

Through our dedicated Research Futures multi-professional school, we support the development of knowledge, skills and careers for all clinical and non-clinical roles in research. Our vision is to drive the next generation of scientific discovery and enable every member of our research workforce to realise their full potential.

Clinical
Assist research nurses/ACP’s/Clinicians in delivery of patient care to research participants.
Support and co-ordinate obtaining and processing of blood and tissue samples in the clinical setting as well as optimising recruitment via clinics and MDT’s.
Work alongside research nurses ensuring samples are collected and recorded per protocol.
Review and record treatments, adverse events and response to treatment to relevant study documentation including source data and case report forms including electronic data entry.
Plan, prepare and participate in monitoring visits and respond to trial data queries.
Communication
To function as a member of the Research and Innovation Clinical Trials Team to provide dedicated clinical trials support to research teams across NUH. Working within a multidisciplinary team, to co-ordinate a caseload of patients participating in local, national and
international clinical trials in various treatment types.
Disseminate information to consultants regarding new trials on the National Institute of
Health Research trial portfolio as well as non-adopted clinical trials, to enable optimal patient recruitment.
Ensure ethics and R&D approval and indemnities are in place before recruitment of first patients to a newly set up trial.
Liaise with clinical teams to organise and ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as and when required, obtain the results, ensure eligibility and randomise the
patient.
Liaise with medical staff to record organise and ensure the timely administration of treatment
and any necessary follow up investigations and visits.
Liaise with histopathology ensuring tissue samples are stored via Tissue Bank guidelines, organising storage and catalogue of samples kept.
To ensure effective communication with support departments to request and obtain specific
trial related information. E.g. Radiology copy scans, histological status and tissue samples.
Organise the collection, storage and shipment of protocol specific samples. Explain, dispense and collect patient quality of life questionnaires and diaries. Liaise with designated
Pharmacist to co-ordinate the availability and dispensing of trial drugs if required.
Provide information to allow for invoices to be raised for payments where appropriate.
Contribute to and supply verbal and written information on the teams portfolio of trials and the number of patients recruited to the R&I team, hospital/university staff, local/Network meetings, regulatory bodies etc., as required.
Managerial
Maintain patient’s records and accurately document data collected in case report forms and medical notes, ensuring correct storage and maintaining confidentiality.
To record trial activity on data systems and plan yearly Audits on recruitment as required by the clinicians.
Forward trial data in a timely manner to the trial co-ordinating centre and liaise with their personnel as necessary.
Attend local and national meetings and feedback to members of the team.
Professional
Work alongside medical and nursing staff to assist in the informed consent process by giving information to patients concerning trials and allowing them to reach a fully informed decision
about participation.
To have specific and specialist knowledge of the patient pathway with regard to individual patients diagnosis and the treatment options that are available to them.
In discussion with the team leader, report adverse and serious adverse events to the relevant trial centre and site personnel, within the agreed timelines to ensure trial procedures and patient safety parameters are met.
Act as a contact point for the patient and their relatives. Maintaining contact with and providing ongoing information and support to the patient in a sensitive and professional
manner. Refer to other specialists as required in order to provide optimal patient care.
Participate in Continued professional development and undertake additional training as required per Knowledge Skills Framework and research staff competence framework.
Speciality Specific
Assist in the review of trial protocols and identify resource implications for the site.
Identify patients suitable for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics and Multi Disciplinary team meetings.
Ensure trial protocols are adhered to and that all personnel involved in trials are aware of any changes or protocol amendments. Liaise with trial centres and relevant departments in order
to promote a good working environment and ensure the smooth running of clinical trials for
patients.
Work at all times according to regulations described in NUH Policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures, Good Clinical Research Practice and European Directive
and R&I Standard Operation Procedures.
NOTE: The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies,
procedures and practices of the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which the
Hospital will amend from time to time. Copies are available on each Ward and Department. It
is the individual’s responsibility to keep up-to-date with these and other policy documents


This advert closes on Sunday 20 Oct 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

Salary: MPR/UPR

We are looking for a talented Science Teacher to join our team and contribute to the effective delivery of Science at Nottingham Girls' Academy.

We would be delighted to hear from Physics specialists.

About You:

We are seeking someone who is passionate about Science and the delivery of an effective Science curriculum to pupils of all ages and abilities. We expect that, through your effective teaching and learning, all pupils will be inspired to achieve the outstanding progress that we know they are capable of.

You must be thoroughly dedicated and committed to driving standards and raising achievement through the delivery of effective and accessible lessons.

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about teaching Science and about helping all pupils succeed despite their background band abilities
• has high professional standards
• is committed to raising the achievement of all learners by ensuring teaching across the curriculum is of the highest quality
• is able to make positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents alike
• is able to plan and deliver innovative and inspirational lessons that engage pupils.

About Us:

“The school’s values run through its work like the proverbial letters through a stick of seaside rock.” – Ofsted, November 2016

ExecutivePrincipal

David Tungate

Context

Nottingham Girls’ Academy is situated in Aspley, Nottingham but attracts pupils from all over Nottingham. The current Year 7 has pupils fromover 43different primary schools.

Around 44% of our pupils are from disadvantaged backgrounds and a high proportion (about 60%) have English as an Additional Language. This is an inner-city school, but we work hard to ensure that is not an excuse for poor progress or low standards. We celebrate our diversity and are proud of who we are.

The school has approximately 900 pupils from Year 7 to Year 13 and is over subscribed. The main building was opened in 2012 and is incredibly well equipped with interactive whiteboards in every classroom and well over 400 laptops and desktops, as well as plentiful subject-specific resources.

Mission and Values

At Nottingham Girls’ Academy, we strive to fulfil everyone’s learning potential within a kind, nurturing and inclusive environment. We value high standards, hard work and a ceaseless desire to improve. But, most importantly, we enjoy the journey together.

Curriculum

We recognise that qualifications often act as the currency pupils require when they move on to the next phase of life. But in order for our pupils to do so with confidence and ambition, we believe that education must be about more than just academic success; we aim to develop the whole person. Our curriculum therefore nurtures the development of qualities and skills alongside the acquisition of knowledge. It is broad and balanced, develops ‘cultural capital’ with enrichment activities and is complemented by an extensive range of extra-curricular activities and events. Pupils’ well-being is supported through superb pastoral care and student support services.

Learning

Our teachers are trained in the latest cognitive science and how to apply this to support effective learning in their subject.

Colleagues regularly share their ideas and are encouraged to carry out and apply research to their teaching through the teaching and learning steering group.

Staff Development

Our Mission consciously speaks of the development ofeveryone’s learning potential – meaning this applies to our staff as well as our pupils. We therefore encourage all staff to think about how they want to develop themselves and their career and actively seek to facilitate this through coaching, support and CPD.

Workload

We want our staff to focus on the parts of their jobs that make a difference to our pupils, and we want them to be happy. We try to minimise paperwork and bureaucracy for all staff and constantly keep this under review. All staff have a laptop and 24hr access to the Academy network to allow flexibility in how they chose to work.

Behaviour and Attitudes

Our focus is on encouraging positive behaviours and attitudes. Staff do so by using praise, recognition and rewards. Where negative behaviour or attitudes are evident, we clarify our expectations with the pupil, give them the opportunity to take responsibility and ask them to demonstrate they have learned from their mistake by showing the appropriate behaviour and attitudes in the future. However, if negative behaviour and attitudes persist, we apply a range of sanctions to reinforce our expectations.

Greenwood Academies Trust

Nottingham Girls’ Academy is part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT). GAT currently has37 open academies educating approximately 19,000 pupils across seven local authorities. GAT is a ‘not for profit’ organisation and was formed in 2009.

More information can be found here:https://www.nottinghamgirlsacademy.org/

What the school offers its staff

In Return:

You can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.

We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
• Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
• Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
• A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Research and Communication Support and manage the collection of data relating to ongoing clinical studies within the Clinical Support portfolio Screen, identify, recruit and follow-up appropriate patients for clinical studies. Demonstrate excellence and professionalism in all modes of communication: in writing, in person, via telephone and using new media. Practice Adopt a professional and patient-centred approach to prioritising workload and demonstrate effective strategies for managing the care of patients and their families. Demonstrate excellence in carrying out procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards when applicable. Professional Maintain a proactive attitude to patient safety and ensure the prevention of harm to yourself, your patients and your colleagues including the timely and independent use of trial, research and all standard local safety reporting systems. Identify personal objectives, reflect on progress and formally revise a personal development plan. Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.