The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Nurse

The closing date is 03 January 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Research Team at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust.We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse to this varied and challenging role. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills and a proven record of clinical research delivery and will be self-motivated and driven to offer our patients a service of the highest quality.We can offer a friendly working environment with professional support and training/development opportunities. Part time hours considered.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will lead the coordination of trial protocols, oversee patient care pathways, and play a central role in the safe and effective delivery of clinical trials. You will work closely with patients, clinical teams and sponsors, drawing on your expert knowledge, excellent communication skills, and strong clinical judgement.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Details

Date posted

24 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-12-071

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of effectively working in a team and independently
  • Post registration experience as staff nurse (or above) working in busy clinical environment
  • Proven experience of team leadership
  • Experience of working in a clinical research environment

Desirable

  • Experience of commercial research processes and procedures.
  • Personnel and leadership management experience

Registration

Essential

  • First level registration- Nursing and Midwifery Council

Qualifications

Essential

  • Teaching qualification ENB 998 and/or C&G 730 or equivalent relevant experience
  • ICH Good Clinical Practice training

Desirable

  • Post registration qualification

knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of effectively working in a team and independently
  • Post registration experience as staff nurse (or above) working in busy clinical environment
  • Proven experience of team leadership
  • Experience of working in a clinical research environment

Desirable

  • Experience of commercial research processes and procedures.
  • Personnel and leadership management experience

Registration

Essential

  • First level registration- Nursing and Midwifery Council

Qualifications

Essential

  • Teaching qualification ENB 998 and/or C&G 730 or equivalent relevant experience
  • ICH Good Clinical Practice training

Desirable

  • Post registration qualification

knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

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.

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.

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Rachel Walker

rachel.walker7@nhs.net

01709426066

Details

Date posted

24 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-12-071

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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