Job summary
The Trust is host to National Institute of Health & Care Research (NIHR) grant income of over £5million per year which forms part of an overall research portfolio of approximately 100 active research studies including multiple clinical trials (psychological interventions, clinical trials of investigational medicinal products and clinical investigations of medical devices).
We are proposing a 12-month secondment/ acting up opportunity for a registered mental health professional to pilot a new Clinical Research Delivery Manager role. We are looking for a mental health professional with experience of clinical service management and a demonstrable interest in research.
The person will be enthusiastic about building research engagement and capacity across Care Groups and will support the R&I Leadership team in extending the research opportunities offered to GMMH service users, carers and staff with support from an already established research delivery team (including Research Nurses, Clinical Studies Officers and Assistant Clinical Research Practitioners). The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a commitment to meaningful service user involvement in research.
Main duties of the job
- The post has responsibility for developing and maintaining high quality clinical leadership and operational performance with regard to the delivery of clinical research across the Trust
- Responsible for increasing and maintaining access to research opportunities for staff and service users across all Care Groups, proactively seeking research opportunities aligned with clinical service priorities
- Providing assurances to R&I Committee that arrangements are in place to meet external funder requirements to ensure continued provision of funding
- Strengthening links between R&I and Care Groups creating a greater understanding of research opportunities and benefits
- Line management and clinical supervision of Research Delivery staff including ensuring adherence to clinical competency and governance frameworks
- Creating opportunities for staff within Care Groups to conduct research
- Establishing links with external organisations specifically the Greater Manchester Clinical Research Network to support research delivery
- Overseeing allocation of the research delivery workforce for maximum benefit to the Trust and the communities served based on complex analysis of all factors contributing to research performance
- Promote a culture of quality performance at all times.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of standards and legislation that govern research in the NHS.
- Knowledge of the inspection and regulatory environment in which the Trust operates.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS R&D Strategy and NHS research agenda
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of working in a leadership and management role in a Mental Health setting.
- Experience of leading on, implementing and monitoring a service development/change initiative.
- Experience of managing staff performance and disciplinary issues efficiently.
- Awareness of Key Performance indicators to support the achievement of local and national targets.
- Project management experience and familiarity in dealing with complex situations requiring analysis and interpretation.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training and working in an advisory capacity.
- Experience of setting up new systems and procedures and implementation of these
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered mental health professional (could include nursing, clinical psychology, occupational therapy, social work)
- Educated to post-graduate (Masters) degree level or equivalent specialised professional knowledge
- A leadership/management qualification (or equivalent experience)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to negotiate and persuade others.
- Ability to influence, negotiate with and motivate senior clinical professionals to achieve results.
- Ability to write and present complex reports and to critically analyse and communicate ideas in complex situations.
- Ability to listen to others and use critical questioning techniques, to identify core issues in a situation.
Desirable
- Excellent organisation, administration, and project management skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement to travel mainly between the R&I Offices in Central Manchester and Prestwich and an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of standards and legislation that govern research in the NHS.
- Knowledge of the inspection and regulatory environment in which the Trust operates.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS R&D Strategy and NHS research agenda
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of working in a leadership and management role in a Mental Health setting.
- Experience of leading on, implementing and monitoring a service development/change initiative.
- Experience of managing staff performance and disciplinary issues efficiently.
- Awareness of Key Performance indicators to support the achievement of local and national targets.
- Project management experience and familiarity in dealing with complex situations requiring analysis and interpretation.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training and working in an advisory capacity.
- Experience of setting up new systems and procedures and implementation of these
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered mental health professional (could include nursing, clinical psychology, occupational therapy, social work)
- Educated to post-graduate (Masters) degree level or equivalent specialised professional knowledge
- A leadership/management qualification (or equivalent experience)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to negotiate and persuade others.
- Ability to influence, negotiate with and motivate senior clinical professionals to achieve results.
- Ability to write and present complex reports and to critically analyse and communicate ideas in complex situations.
- Ability to listen to others and use critical questioning techniques, to identify core issues in a situation.
Desirable
- Excellent organisation, administration, and project management skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement to travel mainly between the R&I Offices in Central Manchester and Prestwich and an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role.
Additional information
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
