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Job summary

Main area
Clinical Therapies
Grade
Band 7
Contract
2 years (Fixed term)
Hours
Part time - 7.5 hours per week
Job ref
272-7036189
Employer
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Town
Doncaster
Salary
£47,810 - £50,273 Pro Rota Per Annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
02/07/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust logo

Research Lead - Allied Health Professionals

Band 7

Job overview

The post holder will work with the corporate research and innovation team in managing and coordinating research activity across AHP services at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Working under the direction of the Director of AHPs they will be responsible for leading AHPs in the development of a training and education programme to support staff involved in research projects. The post holder will be required to possess a clear overview strategically and operationally to assist in the growth of research across AHP services.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an AHP to support staff and embed an active research culture. This can be achieved by:

  • Acting as the research link for AHPs
  • Cascading and sharing information, updates and opportunities related to clinical research and clinical academic schemes with colleagues
  • Providing a monthly research update to the AHP Service Heads
  • Dedicating time to promoting clinical research and clinical academic schemes across AHP services
  • Leading / chairing the AHP Research group and toe-in-the-water research clinics

Working for our organisation

DBTH is one of Yorkshire’s Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000.  Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.   

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way.  We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.   

As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:
•    Extensive range of learning opportunities
•    NHS Pension Scheme
•    Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
•    Comprehensive health and wellbeing support 
•    NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
•    Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. 

Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. 

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. 

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria
  • Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council
  • Provide evidence of continuous professional development
  • Numerate and literate with good IT skills competent
Desirable criteria
  • Management /leadership qualification
  • Possess or be working towards an MSc in Clinical Research or health/biological related subject.
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice guidelines

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria
  • Senior AHP with post registration experience in chosen specialty.
  • Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentorship specifically in relation a research context
  • Evidence of involvement in clinical governance agenda
  • Experience of directly undertaking a range of research within an NHS organisation
  • Committed to quality improvement

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential criteria
  • Passionate about research
  • Demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrable influencing skills
  • Skills in managing projects and experience of presenting information to colleagues
  • Ability to lead, manage and supervise staff, delegate work appropriately and develop a team acting as a positive role model at all times
  • Ability to articulate the vision of the department

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Race CodeVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.We offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Victoria Leonard
Job title
Deputy Director of AHPs
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01302 648148
Additional information

Heather Jackson, Director of AHPs

[email protected]

01302 648148

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