About this role
Job summary
The post-holder will report to, and be line managed by, the Alzheimer's Society UKDTN Lead Research Nurse and work in partnership with GMMH Clinical Research Delivery Manager, the local UKDTN Principal Investigator Dr Ross Dunne, local and national UKDTN and Alzheimer's Society funded staff and the wider clinical and research infrastructure to support the growth of early phase dementia clinical trials across Greater Manchester. Liaising with clinical investigators and both commercial and non-commercial sponsors the post holder will be responsible for the set-up, management and delivery of a range of early phase dementia clinical trials and will be involved in ensuring that the research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the patients and is conducted within research governance legislation and Trust policies for Research.
Working as a key member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will play a central role in identifying potential participants for a range of early phase dementia clinical research studies including complex interventional trials of investigational medical products. The post holder will also be responsible for directly managing and supporting patients and study partners on early phase dementia clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
The Alzheimer's Society have invested £3m to develop the first dedicated dementia research nurse programme working across all 4 nations of the UK. Integrated within the UK Dementia Trials Network, the Alzheimer's Society Research Nurse Programme will fund, develop and support a network of dedicated dementia research nurses to expand capacity and capability in delivering innovative early phase dementia clinical trials across the UK.
UKDTN / Alzheimer's Society Duties:
1. Collaborate with Alzheimer's Society, UKDTN centres, community groups, local Trusts and regional memory and mental health services to strengthen referral pathways and improve access to early phase dementia clinical research.
2. Compile and contribute to Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust early phase dementia and mild cognitive impairment research activity reports (such as milestone reports for Alzheimer's Society and UKDTN)
3. Work in line with UKDTN and Alzheimer's Society objectives to ensure delivery of strategic KPIs 4. Maintain UKDTN live capacity and capability database for Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
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.
This is a 37.5 hours per week full time, fixed term contract until 31st March 2028. This role is funded by the UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN), supported as part of the Alzheimer's Society UKDTN Research Nurse programme, and hosted by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH).
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
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 fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered nurse - currently registered with the NMC. Degree in healthcare subject or working towards.
Desirable
Mentorship qualification
Knowledge Essential
Demonstrable post-registration experience Knowledge of data collection, management and reporting Demonstrates strong interest in research
Desirable
Current Good Clinical Practice certificate
Experience Essential
Wide range of clinical experience and skills over a significant period of time. Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
Experience of working in Mental Health
Skills & Abilities Essential
Good communication skills Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients & their families in a clear and simplified manner
Desirable
Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice
Other requirements Essential
Able to travel independently across multiple sites - evidence of clean UK/EU driving licence. Evidence of on-going 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Central Park/Rawnsley
Northampton Road
MANCHESTER
M40 5BP
Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)