Senior Agile Research Delivery Team Nurse/Midwife/AHP | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust - London
£47,951 - £56,863 per annum
PermanentFull time
Are you someone who can easily adapt to different settings, enjoy meeting new people, and keen to make a difference in health and social care through clinical research? South London Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) is looking for an enthusiastic Research Nurse/Midwife /AHP with extensive commercial research experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an eye for detail. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring that any research undertaken within the health and care settings safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006. The post holder will facilitate the recruitment of patients into high-quality clinical studies, within Secondary care, Primary care & Wider Care settings. They will work flexibly across sites and disciplines to ensure the success of the clinical research projects they are assigned, within the RDN South London geography. The staff will play a key role in identifying opportunities to broaden, coordinate and manage a portfolio of clinical research studies (commercial and non-commercial). They will need excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders and act as an RDN ambassador. The post holder must have appropriate UK professional registration. The focus for this role is to lead the delivery of National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Research Delivery Network (RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. This will require flexible working across disciplines and the Regional RDN (RRDN) region and will involve the correct identification, recruitment, delivery and follow up for research participants according to the appropriate research protocols. The post holder will be a NMC Registered Nurse, Midwife or a HCPC Registered Allied Health Professional. They will need interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders. This post may contribute to line management for and leadership of a team of research delivery staff working autonomously in a variety of specialties and settings. The role will work alongside different professions from multiple organisations involved in health and care research and will be an integral part of the Agile Research Delivery Team which sits within the RRDN core team. The post holder will be accountable to the Agile Research Delivery Team Manager. From October 2024, the NIHR Clinical Research Network has changed to become the NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN). The RDN will build on the successes of the CRN in supporting the effective and efficient initiation and delivery of funded research across the health and care system in England for the benefit of patients, the health and care system and the economy. The RDN will support: • Clinical trials and other well-designed health and social care research studies (Including studies that are delivered outside of an NHS setting) • Public health studies that require the recruitment of individuals within NHS settings (that is, acute, ambulance, mental health, community or primary care) or an episode of care which involves contact with the NHS. The RDN is a new organisation with new structures, governance and ways of working. Study delivery in England will be supported through 12 NIHR Regional Research Delivery Networks (RRDNs). These will work with the national Coordinating Centre (RDNCC) and the Department of Health and Care to provide a joint RDN leadership function via the RDN Board, so that the NIHR RDN as a whole function as a single, transparent organisation with a shared vision and purpose. Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust will be the Host Organisation for the South London RRDN region. The role provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership within an Agile Research Delivery Team, ensuring high-quality delivery of clinical research across multiple specialties and settings. It requires working within professional codes of practice while contributing to the advancement of research practice through evidence-based approaches, service improvement, and continuous professional development. The post holder acts as a role model, supports staff development, and maintains strong links with wider research networks. The post holder manages information and administration relating to research activities, performing protocol-specific assessments, ensuring accurate and verifiable data collection, reporting adverse events, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting the smooth operation of Local Project Management Systems. They interpret complex data and present findings to stakeholders, while liaising with IT teams to resolve data system issues. In operational management, the role oversees multiple concurrent research studies, taking responsibility for study delivery from screening and informed consent to intervention delivery, follow-up, data management, and sample processing. They support monitoring visits, inspections, and adherence to organisational and national research policies. The role drives service improvement and continuous development, identifying recruitment barriers, proposing changes to working practices, contributing to clinical governance, and supporting quality improvement initiatives. They are expected to seek innovations, escalate challenges, and promote cross-setting and cross-specialty collaboration. The post includes performance management responsibilities, supporting target-driven workloads particularly participant recruitment and ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures to support the wider aims of the Research Delivery Network. The role demands strong communication and stakeholder management skills, engaging diverse communities, supporting equitable access to research, delivering complex information clearly, maintaining confidentiality, and presenting study information to internal and external groups. It also fosters patient, participant, and public involvement in research design and delivery. Within corporate governance, the post holder ensures adherence to Good Clinical Practice, research governance legislation, data protection requirements, and organisational frameworks, escalating risks where necessary. (Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role) This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Sep 2026
PA/Carer for senior lady-LS10, LS26 or WF3 Hourly rate Mon to Fri £13.23ph Sat /Sun £16.54
UKCIL - Wakefield
£13.23 to £13.23 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
PA/Carer for senior lady-LS10, LS26 or WF3 Hourly rate Mon to Fri £13.23ph Sat /Sun £16.54 Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: e5f579c0 I am an older lady who needs personal and practical help. Need some help with dressing, showering,catheterisation (training given), hair care handling hot food. Practical help in my home Shifts are 8am to 9am, 12.30 to 1pm, and 9pm to 10pm plus one weekend in three. £13.23 ph weekdays and £16.54ph weekends. There will also be cleaning duties. Hours to be negotiated. Clean driving licence required. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Catheterisation Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
SENIOR Support/Care/PA assistant, 18 Yr male Cambs P/T/ @ £22.50/25 hr + ovrnts
UKCIL - Cambridge
£22.50 to £22.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
SENIOR Support/Care/PA assistant, 18 Yr male Cambs P/T/ @ £22.50/25 hr + ovrnts Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: cd667984 Job Title: Senior Care Worker for Young Male Adult with Complex Health and Learning Needs, Trauma and Demand Avoidant Behaviours, and his Therapy Dog. Start as soon as possible to begin training/admin and shadowing and initial shifts before transition to independent living in January. Interview dates 5th and 6th December Location: Swavesey, Cambridge. Job Type: Part-time with some overnight stays Salary: Very competitive salary for suitable candidate(s) Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced, reliable, kind, and fun-loving SENIOR carer/support worker to provide in-home support for a young adult male. He has complex additional health and learning needs and occasional behaviour that challenges. He enjoys gaming, drumming, music, socialising and various other activities. He lives in his own home with a therapy dog that plays a key role in his emotional and behavioural well-being. The ideal candidate will have a calm, positive attitude, a good sense of humour, and a passion for helping others live their best life. You will provide person-centred empathetic care and support, helping him manage his daily routine and support him in the activities he loves. This role also involves assisting with the care of his therapy dog and working closely with his family and other staff to ensure consistent and high-quality support, predominantly in the comfort of his own home. There are a variety of shifts available and a minimum of two overnight stays per week. You will be part of a close team of carers and work alongside one other senior carer. You will be a confident team member responsible for ensuring that all administrative roles are completed to a high standard. You will help organise the rota along with reviewing care plans and risk assessments, it may be necessary to cover sick leave and be available to be on call to offer 2:1 support when required. You will be responsible alongside the other senior carer to manage a small team and confidently carry out supervisions, training when required. Key Responsibilities: Ensuring that this young man and his emotional support dogs needs are met. Co-ordinating a rota of staff and help to manage a small team of carers Administration including record keeping, care plans, risk assessments, training records, incident/safeguarding recording. Being available to work day shifts and also a minimum of two sleeping night shifts per week, more during school holidays. Daily Living and Household Support: Help maintain a structured daily routine that promotes his independence and engagement in college and extracurricular activities. Participate with him in activities he enjoys, including gaming, listening to music, and outdoor activities. Accompany him to appointments, therapy sessions, and social outings as needed. Involve and assist him with household tasks such as meal preparation, light cleaning, and laundry in his home. Behavioural and Emotional Support: Manage and de-escalate more challenging behaviours in a calm, supportive manner, following the behaviour management plan. Build a trusting relationship with him to foster emotional well-being and stability. Provide emotional support during difficult moments and offer encouragement to promote his independence and happiness. Therapy Dog Care and Interaction: Assist with the daily care of his therapy dog, including feeding, walking, and grooming. Support the interaction between him and his therapy dog to maximise the therapeutic benefits. Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for both him and the therapy dog in the home. Promoting Interests and Hobbies: Engage him in his favourite activities like gaming, music, and outdoor events, adapting to his preferences and mood. Use your positive attitude and sense of humour to make the home life enjoyable and fulfilling. Encourage social interaction and community involvement to help him live his best life. Crisis Management: Respond effectively to behavioural crises, using therapeutic techniques and de-escalation to ensure safety. Collaborate with Senior Carers and family to adjust care and behaviour management strategies as needed. Communication and Documentation: Maintain open and clear communication with him, his family, and the support team, using appropriate communication methods (verbal and non-verbal). Keep accurate records of all activities, behavioural incidents, and his progress in his home environment. Requirements: Experience and Skills: Proven experience in supporting individuals with complex health and learning needs and understanding of therapeutic approaches. Proven experience of carrying out similar administrative duties and managing rotas and shifts Experienced in a caring environment/ or similar – confident to deliver necessary training and to mentor new staff in best practice. Good communication skills to work with family and external professionals. Confident to manage and review paperwork; writing assessments, risk assessments, care plans. Knowledge of behaviour management techniques. Willingness to engage in activities like gaming, music, and activities to encourage participation and enjoyment. Willingness to care for, feed, walk etc the young mans emotional support dog Ability to prepare and cook food safely. Qualifications: Experience of working in healthcare or education within the SEN arena. Knowledge of Continuing Health Care Budget would be useful. Willing to undertake training in managing challenging behaviour, safeguarding, and first aid. Confident to work with dogs is desirable but not essential, willingness to learn is essential Experience of working within a team and managing others is desirable. Personal Attributes: Confident in managing people Reliable, kind, and patient, with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude. Calm, adaptable, and able to handle challenging situations with confidence. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in the setting. Desirable: Experience of being with dogs. Flexibility in working around others. It may be necessary to work unsociable hours, sometimes at short notice. A shared interest in gaming, music, or activities to connect with him on a personal level. Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle (if required for transportation). Benefits: Very competitive salary based on experience. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment. On call opportunities The chance to make a meaningful impact on a young man’s life, helping him live independently in his own home. Blue light card Pension scheme Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com