Job summary
Are you
enthusiastic, well organised, and able to work flexibly? Are you looking for a
job which contributes meaningfully towards achieving patient safety, clinical
effectiveness, and value for money within healthcare? By joining the Research
and Development Team at Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust you will support
and facilitate the delivery of research across the organisation and enable
those living in Leeds to participate in innovative important research studies.
We are a
small friendly team, and all members are involved in all aspects of research
capability and capacity assessment, study set up, research delivery, as well as
the dissemination and implementation of research output. Line management will
be provided by a research practitioner.
The post
holder will participate in delivering clinical trials according to current
Governance and Regulatory requirements. Initially, the post holder will support
the delivery of the Alabama Trial [ALlergy AntiBiotics And Microbial resistAnce], working in collaborative
partnership with the Trial team and Primary Care colleagues.
We are recruiting 2 full-time equivalent posts
which are fixed term until the end of March 2023. We are happy to discuss
flexible working arrangements including part time or job share to meet the
needs of the research team and the post holders. We welcome informal enquiries.
Main duties of the job
Post holders
will be responsible for assisting with the screening and recruitment of
participants, the collection and processing of clinical trial data and trial
data management. There is an expectation to work autonomously when required, or
alongside the Research Practitioner, prioritising and managing own workload
independently.
Post holders
will be required to react to and implement change as directed by the line
manager, Principal Investigators or as specified by approved study amendments.
Post holders
will have excellent interpersonal skills. The role will include direct
involvement with patients. Post holders will be required to receive consent for
participation in the Alabama trial by telephone, so must be comfortable talking
to patients in this way.
Knowledge of
computer systems is essential. Experience of using SystmOne is desirable.
Access to
own transport and ability to travel around the Leeds area is an advantage.
The ideal candidate will have experience from
working in a clinical research environment such as NHS, University or in
Industry. An experience of management of research studies within the NHS
including supporting across all aspects of study delivery and closedown would
be beneficial.
Post holder should be Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
trained and be willing to undertake additional training as required.
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. Here are some of the most important ones:
- 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Highly regarded NHS Pension Scheme
- A supportive, structured preceptorship programme for all registered new starters
- A close-knit environment, with daily handover clusters
- Relocation allowance up to £8,000
- Professional development opportunities including coaching, training and education support
- Salary sacrifice or lease car schemes
- Health and wellbeing including gym membership, occupational health service and priority access to mental health services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an effective administration support service to a specified project with Leeds Community Healthcare. They will prioritise and manage there own workload independently but will react to and implement change as directed by the line manager. Key Responsibilities: 1.1 To be responsible for the day to day delivery of project support, including assisting in the development of project plans, working with stakeholders on implementation and evaluation. 1.2 Support the development and implementation of the project through timely and relevant information analysis and administrative support, in accordance with the agreed priorities of the Team. 1.3 Ensure effective communication is maintained across the project team and end users whilst acting as the first point of contact for enquiries in relation to the project. Adapt communication style as appropriate for the situation and support and influence managers and staff to deliver the projects aims 1.4 Use a range of IT applications to develop, implement and maintain project data collection systems/databases that will provide accurate and timely data for its effective use by the team. Produce statistics, documents and reports, as and when required. 1.5 Organise and attend meetings or events and assist in the diary management requirements of individuals in connection with the project. Taking and recording minutes where necessary. 1.6 Propose changes to own project, service, initiative work, informing policy and making recommendations for more effective delivery. 1.7 Responsible for monitoring stock within agreed project area by authorising orders up to designated limit. Using the e proc system ensure all orders are coded correctly and forwarded to relevant approving manager. Be an authorised signatory in relation to the project. 1.8 To be responsible for ensuring all specified tasks within an agreed area are completed within the agreed timeframe. 1.9 To develop and deliver training to end users on specific elements of the project. 1.10 To deputise as required for line manager including the attendance at meetings, where necessary. 1.11 To carry out specified service audits appropriate to the project as directed by the project team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an effective administration support service to a specified project with Leeds Community Healthcare. They will prioritise and manage there own workload independently but will react to and implement change as directed by the line manager. Key Responsibilities: 1.1 To be responsible for the day to day delivery of project support, including assisting in the development of project plans, working with stakeholders on implementation and evaluation. 1.2 Support the development and implementation of the project through timely and relevant information analysis and administrative support, in accordance with the agreed priorities of the Team. 1.3 Ensure effective communication is maintained across the project team and end users whilst acting as the first point of contact for enquiries in relation to the project. Adapt communication style as appropriate for the situation and support and influence managers and staff to deliver the projects aims 1.4 Use a range of IT applications to develop, implement and maintain project data collection systems/databases that will provide accurate and timely data for its effective use by the team. Produce statistics, documents and reports, as and when required. 1.5 Organise and attend meetings or events and assist in the diary management requirements of individuals in connection with the project. Taking and recording minutes where necessary. 1.6 Propose changes to own project, service, initiative work, informing policy and making recommendations for more effective delivery. 1.7 Responsible for monitoring stock within agreed project area by authorising orders up to designated limit. Using the e proc system ensure all orders are coded correctly and forwarded to relevant approving manager. Be an authorised signatory in relation to the project. 1.8 To be responsible for ensuring all specified tasks within an agreed area are completed within the agreed timeframe. 1.9 To develop and deliver training to end users on specific elements of the project. 1.10 To deputise as required for line manager including the attendance at meetings, where necessary. 1.11 To carry out specified service audits appropriate to the project as directed by the project team.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administrative post supporting projects
- Experience of supporting planning, delivery, review and reporting of projects
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- English & Maths to GCSE grade 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification / experience..
- NVQ level 4 in Business Administration or Customer Service or willing to work towards or equivalent experience.
- Educated to Diploma level or equivalent experience.
- Level 2 IT skills i.e. OCR (formerly RSA) or equivalent experience.
- Must be willing to participate in any relevant training identified to develop skills required to carry out duties
Desirable
- ILM level 3 or equivalent
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Sensitive to the needs of others and has an awareness and responsiveness to other peoples feelings and needs
- Values differences; regards people as individuals and appreciates the value of diversity in the workplace
- Able to work as part of a team, co-operating to work together and in conjunction with others and willing to help and assist wherever possible and appropriate.
- Able to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation.
- Able to work under pressure, dealing with peaks and troughs in workload.
- Positive attitude to dealing with change; flexible and adaptable, willing to change and accept change and to explore new ways of doing things and approaches
- Highly motivated and reliable
- Has a strong degree of personal integrity; able to adhere to standards of conduct based on a sense of right and wrong and be dependable and reliable.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of the Trust
- Ability and willingness to adopt a flexible approach to work on the occasions it may be required.
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft Project
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an administrative post supporting projects
- Experience of supporting planning, delivery, review and reporting of projects
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Qualifications
Essential
- English & Maths to GCSE grade 9 to 4 or equivalent qualification / experience..
- NVQ level 4 in Business Administration or Customer Service or willing to work towards or equivalent experience.
- Educated to Diploma level or equivalent experience.
- Level 2 IT skills i.e. OCR (formerly RSA) or equivalent experience.
- Must be willing to participate in any relevant training identified to develop skills required to carry out duties
Desirable
- ILM level 3 or equivalent
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Sensitive to the needs of others and has an awareness and responsiveness to other peoples feelings and needs
- Values differences; regards people as individuals and appreciates the value of diversity in the workplace
- Able to work as part of a team, co-operating to work together and in conjunction with others and willing to help and assist wherever possible and appropriate.
- Able to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation.
- Able to work under pressure, dealing with peaks and troughs in workload.
- Positive attitude to dealing with change; flexible and adaptable, willing to change and accept change and to explore new ways of doing things and approaches
- Highly motivated and reliable
- Has a strong degree of personal integrity; able to adhere to standards of conduct based on a sense of right and wrong and be dependable and reliable.
- Demonstrates values consistent with those of the Trust
- Ability and willingness to adopt a flexible approach to work on the occasions it may be required.
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft Project
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.
