East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust (Enherts-TR)

Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer NHS AfC: Band 5 Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 611 Site Lister Hospital Town Stevenage Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/02/:59 Interview date 10/02/2026 Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. Would you like to take the next step in your nursing career and support the delivery of world class health research to improve people's lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) East of England Research Delivery Network, for an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to join the team based at the Lister Hospital. As part of the team you would be working in a range of non-hospital settings (e.g. primary care, community services, care homes, schools) to support and champion health and social care research. The catchment area will be within Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. The role can also involve office based work at times. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. This will require flexible autonomous working across disciplines and the Regional RDN (RRDN) region. This post has a dual function and the post holder will either contribute to research delivery and/ or research support for wider care settings dependent upon regional need. Research delivery will involve the correct identification, recruitment, delivery and follow up for research participants according to the appropriate research protocols. Research support will involve engaging with stakeholders to promote research activity, site identification, set up and associated governance. The post holder will need interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders to maximise engagement opportunities. This post may contribute to line management for a team of research delivery staff working autonomously in a variety of specialties and settings. You will be required to travel across the locality and wider throughout the Eastern region. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital, Stevenage New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City Hertford County, Hertford We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications/Training Educated to degree level in science or health related discipline or in another field with experience of delivering clinical research trials or equivalent experience/training. CRPs should be on, or working towards accredited registration with the AHCS Evidence of ongoing professional development. Previous Experience Experience of the care of patients/participants enrolled in research studies or a customer focussed role Skills Good IT skills, particularly in the use of Web applications, MS Office and/or Google Hub applications. Good planning and organisational skills Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously Ability to plan and coordinate multidisciplinary activities associated with the management and delivery of research study(ies) Understanding of personal accountability Ability to travel easily between sites Knowledge Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including ICH Good Clinical Practice Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting. Knowledge and experience of data systems, data entry, data interpretation, verification and reporting to local and national centres. Other Requirements Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Team player Adaptable/flexible approach to work Organised with excellent attention to detail Ability to work calmly, effectively and independently under pressure Desire to maintain competence level through continuous learning When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e-mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e-mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re-apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under-represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life . click apply for full job details

Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Senior Administrator Safeguarding Team who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic safeguarding team at ENHT. We are looking for someone who has an exceptional eye to detail, able to manage queries that are often complex or sensitive while being able to prioritise fluctuating daily workloads and respond to urgent requests. The post holder will be expected to provide a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality administrative service to the safeguarding team and be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the administration and systems of their office. The post holder would be expected to work without immediate supervision, work flexibly and manage and organise their own workload. They will provide non clinical advice and guidance in relation to safeguarding queries, with all complex queries being escalated to the relevant safeguarding team member. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a comprehensive administrative service to the safeguarding team ensuring telephone calls, correspondence and direct contact with clients and other internal/external agencies are dealt with in an appropriate and professional manner, using judgement and discretion where necessary. Ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a relevant manner. Responsible for minute taking and all preparation for relevant safeguarding meetings & Trust Safeguarding Committee. Responsible for the line management of the administrators in the service. To be fully responsible for all administration tasks relating to Child Protection Medical process and sharing of reports in a timely manner with partner agencies. The post holder may be dealing with distressing or emotional circumstances and will therefore use their initiative, diplomacy and tact and take a proactive approach to solving problems and escalating issues as appropriate. Liaise with MARAC Co ordinator regarding MARAC meetings in Hertfordshire. Gather confidential information regarding specific cases under the MARAC framework and present the information in an appropriate format to the MARAC panel. To respond to all incoming emails & telephone calls for the children's safeguarding team and ensure these are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. To handle confidential documentation and personal matters in an effective and discreet manner. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient led Trust where dedicated staff provide high quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications RSA 3 or equivalent Degree in Admin or equivalent, or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing development - Including training courses Previous Experience Senior Secretary/PA and administrator within NHS or Health care setting Minute taking experience. Secretarial experience relevant to specialty. Previous safeguarding experience Skills Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal skills. Active and supportive team player. Ability to gain confidence and support of the team. Ability to share and disseminate information. Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of limitations of experience and role. Able to set and meet deadlines . Knowledge Computer software, including Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint Able to lead and support admin service Understanding of performance review/appraisal. When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to support flexible working for our staff wherever possible and all our employees are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and achieved our status in 2019. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact us by emailing resourcing.enh We are also proud to support our UK armed forces by supporting Reservists, Cadet Instructors, Veterans and military spouses/partners into employment and offering supportive policies that value their contribution to the community and to our Trust. We are committed to being a carer friendly environment, addressing the complex needs of families with caring responsibilities. In partnership with Carers in Hertfordshire, all our working carers have access to support from recruitment. We are also a member of Carers UK, providing resources to make balancing work and caring easier. Our approach is inclusive, recognizing diverse challenges and creating a supportive environment where carers feel valued . click apply for full job details

A local NHS Trust is seeking an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to support health research delivery. The role involves working in various settings to champion health research, requiring strong interpersonal skills and autonomy. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and have experience in clinical research. The position comes with the flexibility to adapt working patterns, ensuring a supportive work-life balance. Join us to make a positive impact on patient care in the community.

A healthcare provider in Stevenage is seeking a Senior Administrator for its Safeguarding Team. The role requires effective administrative skills, the ability to handle sensitive information, and strong communication capabilities. The ideal candidate will manage queries independently and prioritize varying workloads. Applicants should have experience in an NHS setting and possess relevant qualifications. This opportunity offers the chance to impact community health positively.

A local NHS Trust is seeking an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to support health research delivery. The role involves working in various settings to champion health research, requiring strong interpersonal skills and autonomy. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and have experience in clinical research. The position comes with the flexibility to adapt working patterns, ensuring a supportive work-life balance. Join us to make a positive impact on patient care in the community.

Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Senior Administrator Safeguarding Team who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic safeguarding team at ENHT. We are looking for someone who has an exceptional eye to detail, able to manage queries that are often complex or sensitive while being able to prioritise fluctuating daily workloads and respond to urgent requests. The post holder will be expected to provide a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality administrative service to the safeguarding team and be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the administration and systems of their office. The post holder would be expected to work without immediate supervision, work flexibly and manage and organise their own workload. They will provide non clinical advice and guidance in relation to safeguarding queries, with all complex queries being escalated to the relevant safeguarding team member. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a comprehensive administrative service to the safeguarding team ensuring telephone calls, correspondence and direct contact with clients and other internal/external agencies are dealt with in an appropriate and professional manner, using judgement and discretion where necessary. Ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a relevant manner. Responsible for minute taking and all preparation for relevant safeguarding meetings & Trust Safeguarding Committee. Responsible for the line management of the administrators in the service. To be fully responsible for all administration tasks relating to Child Protection Medical process and sharing of reports in a timely manner with partner agencies. The post holder may be dealing with distressing or emotional circumstances and will therefore use their initiative, diplomacy and tact and take a proactive approach to solving problems and escalating issues as appropriate. Liaise with MARAC Co ordinator regarding MARAC meetings in Hertfordshire. Gather confidential information regarding specific cases under the MARAC framework and present the information in an appropriate format to the MARAC panel. To respond to all incoming emails & telephone calls for the children's safeguarding team and ensure these are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. To handle confidential documentation and personal matters in an effective and discreet manner. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient led Trust where dedicated staff provide high quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications RSA 3 or equivalent Degree in Admin or equivalent, or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing development - Including training courses Previous Experience Senior Secretary/PA and administrator within NHS or Health care setting Minute taking experience. Secretarial experience relevant to specialty. Previous safeguarding experience Skills Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal skills. Active and supportive team player. Ability to gain confidence and support of the team. Ability to share and disseminate information. Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of limitations of experience and role. Able to set and meet deadlines . Knowledge Computer software, including Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint Able to lead and support admin service Understanding of performance review/appraisal. When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to support flexible working for our staff wherever possible and all our employees are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and achieved our status in 2019. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact us by emailing resourcing.enh We are also proud to support our UK armed forces by supporting Reservists, Cadet Instructors, Veterans and military spouses/partners into employment and offering supportive policies that value their contribution to the community and to our Trust. We are committed to being a carer friendly environment, addressing the complex needs of families with caring responsibilities. In partnership with Carers in Hertfordshire, all our working carers have access to support from recruitment. We are also a member of Carers UK, providing resources to make balancing work and caring easier. Our approach is inclusive, recognizing diverse challenges and creating a supportive environment where carers feel valued . click apply for full job details

A healthcare provider in Stevenage is seeking a Senior Administrator for its Safeguarding Team. The role requires effective administrative skills, the ability to handle sensitive information, and strong communication capabilities. The ideal candidate will manage queries independently and prioritize varying workloads. Applicants should have experience in an NHS setting and possess relevant qualifications. This opportunity offers the chance to impact community health positively.

Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Senior Administrator Safeguarding Team who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic safeguarding team at ENHT. We are looking for someone who has an exceptional eye to detail, able to manage queries that are often complex or sensitive while being able to prioritise fluctuating daily workloads and respond to urgent requests. The post holder will be expected to provide a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality administrative service to the safeguarding team and be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the administration and systems of their office. The post holder would be expected to work without immediate supervision, work flexibly and manage and organise their own workload. They will provide non clinical advice and guidance in relation to safeguarding queries, with all complex queries being escalated to the relevant safeguarding team member. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a comprehensive administrative service to the safeguarding team ensuring telephone calls, correspondence and direct contact with clients and other internal/external agencies are dealt with in an appropriate and professional manner, using judgement and discretion where necessary. Ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a relevant manner. Responsible for minute taking and all preparation for relevant safeguarding meetings & Trust Safeguarding Committee. Responsible for the line management of the administrators in the service. To be fully responsible for all administration tasks relating to Child Protection Medical process and sharing of reports in a timely manner with partner agencies. The post holder may be dealing with distressing or emotional circumstances and will therefore use their initiative, diplomacy and tact and take a proactive approach to solving problems and escalating issues as appropriate. Liaise with MARAC Co ordinator regarding MARAC meetings in Hertfordshire. Gather confidential information regarding specific cases under the MARAC framework and present the information in an appropriate format to the MARAC panel. To respond to all incoming emails & telephone calls for the children's safeguarding team and ensure these are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. To handle confidential documentation and personal matters in an effective and discreet manner. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient led Trust where dedicated staff provide high quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications RSA 3 or equivalent Degree in Admin or equivalent, or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing development - Including training courses Previous Experience Senior Secretary/PA and administrator within NHS or Health care setting Minute taking experience. Secretarial experience relevant to specialty. Previous safeguarding experience Skills Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal skills. Active and supportive team player. Ability to gain confidence and support of the team. Ability to share and disseminate information. Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of limitations of experience and role. Able to set and meet deadlines . Knowledge Computer software, including Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint Able to lead and support admin service Understanding of performance review/appraisal. When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to support flexible working for our staff wherever possible and all our employees are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and achieved our status in 2019. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact us by emailing resourcing.enh We are also proud to support our UK armed forces by supporting Reservists, Cadet Instructors, Veterans and military spouses/partners into employment and offering supportive policies that value their contribution to the community and to our Trust. We are committed to being a carer friendly environment, addressing the complex needs of families with caring responsibilities. In partnership with Carers in Hertfordshire, all our working carers have access to support from recruitment. We are also a member of Carers UK, providing resources to make balancing work and caring easier. Our approach is inclusive, recognizing diverse challenges and creating a supportive environment where carers feel valued . click apply for full job details

A healthcare provider in Stevenage is seeking a Senior Administrator for its Safeguarding Team. The role requires effective administrative skills, the ability to handle sensitive information, and strong communication capabilities. The ideal candidate will manage queries independently and prioritize varying workloads. Applicants should have experience in an NHS setting and possess relevant qualifications. This opportunity offers the chance to impact community health positively.

A local NHS Trust is seeking an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to support health research delivery. The role involves working in various settings to champion health research, requiring strong interpersonal skills and autonomy. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and have experience in clinical research. The position comes with the flexibility to adapt working patterns, ensuring a supportive work-life balance. Join us to make a positive impact on patient care in the community.

Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer NHS AfC: Band 5 Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 611 Site Lister Hospital Town Stevenage Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/02/:59 Interview date 10/02/2026 Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. Would you like to take the next step in your nursing career and support the delivery of world class health research to improve people's lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) East of England Research Delivery Network, for an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to join the team based at the Lister Hospital. As part of the team you would be working in a range of non-hospital settings (e.g. primary care, community services, care homes, schools) to support and champion health and social care research. The catchment area will be within Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. The role can also involve office based work at times. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. This will require flexible autonomous working across disciplines and the Regional RDN (RRDN) region. This post has a dual function and the post holder will either contribute to research delivery and/ or research support for wider care settings dependent upon regional need. Research delivery will involve the correct identification, recruitment, delivery and follow up for research participants according to the appropriate research protocols. Research support will involve engaging with stakeholders to promote research activity, site identification, set up and associated governance. The post holder will need interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders to maximise engagement opportunities. This post may contribute to line management for a team of research delivery staff working autonomously in a variety of specialties and settings. You will be required to travel across the locality and wider throughout the Eastern region. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital, Stevenage New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City Hertford County, Hertford We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications/Training Educated to degree level in science or health related discipline or in another field with experience of delivering clinical research trials or equivalent experience/training. CRPs should be on, or working towards accredited registration with the AHCS Evidence of ongoing professional development. Previous Experience Experience of the care of patients/participants enrolled in research studies or a customer focussed role Skills Good IT skills, particularly in the use of Web applications, MS Office and/or Google Hub applications. Good planning and organisational skills Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously Ability to plan and coordinate multidisciplinary activities associated with the management and delivery of research study(ies) Understanding of personal accountability Ability to travel easily between sites Knowledge Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including ICH Good Clinical Practice Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting. Knowledge and experience of data systems, data entry, data interpretation, verification and reporting to local and national centres. Other Requirements Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Team player Adaptable/flexible approach to work Organised with excellent attention to detail Ability to work calmly, effectively and independently under pressure Desire to maintain competence level through continuous learning When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e-mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e-mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re-apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under-represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life . click apply for full job details

Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Senior Administrator Safeguarding Team who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic safeguarding team at ENHT. We are looking for someone who has an exceptional eye to detail, able to manage queries that are often complex or sensitive while being able to prioritise fluctuating daily workloads and respond to urgent requests. The post holder will be expected to provide a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality administrative service to the safeguarding team and be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the administration and systems of their office. The post holder would be expected to work without immediate supervision, work flexibly and manage and organise their own workload. They will provide non clinical advice and guidance in relation to safeguarding queries, with all complex queries being escalated to the relevant safeguarding team member. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a comprehensive administrative service to the safeguarding team ensuring telephone calls, correspondence and direct contact with clients and other internal/external agencies are dealt with in an appropriate and professional manner, using judgement and discretion where necessary. Ensure all urgent and/or confidential communications are received and distributed from/to relevant parties in a relevant manner. Responsible for minute taking and all preparation for relevant safeguarding meetings & Trust Safeguarding Committee. Responsible for the line management of the administrators in the service. To be fully responsible for all administration tasks relating to Child Protection Medical process and sharing of reports in a timely manner with partner agencies. The post holder may be dealing with distressing or emotional circumstances and will therefore use their initiative, diplomacy and tact and take a proactive approach to solving problems and escalating issues as appropriate. Liaise with MARAC Co ordinator regarding MARAC meetings in Hertfordshire. Gather confidential information regarding specific cases under the MARAC framework and present the information in an appropriate format to the MARAC panel. To respond to all incoming emails & telephone calls for the children's safeguarding team and ensure these are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. To handle confidential documentation and personal matters in an effective and discreet manner. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient led Trust where dedicated staff provide high quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications RSA 3 or equivalent Degree in Admin or equivalent, or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing development - Including training courses Previous Experience Senior Secretary/PA and administrator within NHS or Health care setting Minute taking experience. Secretarial experience relevant to specialty. Previous safeguarding experience Skills Excellent communication and presentation skills. Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal skills. Active and supportive team player. Ability to gain confidence and support of the team. Ability to share and disseminate information. Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of limitations of experience and role. Able to set and meet deadlines . Knowledge Computer software, including Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint Able to lead and support admin service Understanding of performance review/appraisal. When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to support flexible working for our staff wherever possible and all our employees are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and achieved our status in 2019. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact us by emailing resourcing.enh We are also proud to support our UK armed forces by supporting Reservists, Cadet Instructors, Veterans and military spouses/partners into employment and offering supportive policies that value their contribution to the community and to our Trust. We are committed to being a carer friendly environment, addressing the complex needs of families with caring responsibilities. In partnership with Carers in Hertfordshire, all our working carers have access to support from recruitment. We are also a member of Carers UK, providing resources to make balancing work and caring easier. Our approach is inclusive, recognizing diverse challenges and creating a supportive environment where carers feel valued . click apply for full job details

A healthcare provider in Stevenage is seeking a Senior Administrator for its Safeguarding Team. The role requires effective administrative skills, the ability to handle sensitive information, and strong communication capabilities. The ideal candidate will manage queries independently and prioritize varying workloads. Applicants should have experience in an NHS setting and possess relevant qualifications. This opportunity offers the chance to impact community health positively.

A local NHS Trust is seeking an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to support health research delivery. The role involves working in various settings to champion health research, requiring strong interpersonal skills and autonomy. Applicants must hold a relevant degree and have experience in clinical research. The position comes with the flexibility to adapt working patterns, ensuring a supportive work-life balance. Join us to make a positive impact on patient care in the community.

Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer NHS AfC: Band 5 Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 611 Site Lister Hospital Town Stevenage Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/02/:59 Interview date 10/02/2026 Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. Would you like to take the next step in your nursing career and support the delivery of world class health research to improve people's lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) East of England Research Delivery Network, for an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to join the team based at the Lister Hospital. As part of the team you would be working in a range of non-hospital settings (e.g. primary care, community services, care homes, schools) to support and champion health and social care research. The catchment area will be within Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. The role can also involve office based work at times. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. This will require flexible autonomous working across disciplines and the Regional RDN (RRDN) region. This post has a dual function and the post holder will either contribute to research delivery and/ or research support for wider care settings dependent upon regional need. Research delivery will involve the correct identification, recruitment, delivery and follow up for research participants according to the appropriate research protocols. Research support will involve engaging with stakeholders to promote research activity, site identification, set up and associated governance. The post holder will need interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders to maximise engagement opportunities. This post may contribute to line management for a team of research delivery staff working autonomously in a variety of specialties and settings. You will be required to travel across the locality and wider throughout the Eastern region. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital, Stevenage New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City Hertford County, Hertford We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications/Training Educated to degree level in science or health related discipline or in another field with experience of delivering clinical research trials or equivalent experience/training. CRPs should be on, or working towards accredited registration with the AHCS Evidence of ongoing professional development. Previous Experience Experience of the care of patients/participants enrolled in research studies or a customer focussed role Skills Good IT skills, particularly in the use of Web applications, MS Office and/or Google Hub applications. Good planning and organisational skills Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously Ability to plan and coordinate multidisciplinary activities associated with the management and delivery of research study(ies) Understanding of personal accountability Ability to travel easily between sites Knowledge Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including ICH Good Clinical Practice Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting. Knowledge and experience of data systems, data entry, data interpretation, verification and reporting to local and national centres. Other Requirements Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Team player Adaptable/flexible approach to work Organised with excellent attention to detail Ability to work calmly, effectively and independently under pressure Desire to maintain competence level through continuous learning When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e-mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e-mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re-apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under-represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life . click apply for full job details

Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer NHS AfC: Band 5 Main area Research Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 611 Site Lister Hospital Town Stevenage Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/02/:59 Interview date 10/02/2026 Here at East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust Our mission is: Providing high-quality, compassionate care for our communities Our vision to 2030 is: To be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service Our values - We want our staff to believe in, demonstrate and live our values in everything we do. Our values are: Include We value the diversity and experience of our community colleagues and partners, creating relationships and climates that provide an opportunity to share, collaborate and grow together. Respect We create a safe environment where we are curious of the lived experience of others, seek out best practice and are open to listening and hearing new ideas. Improve We are committed to consistently delivering excellent services and continuously looking to improve through a creative workforce that feels empowered to act in service of our shared purpose. Job overview We are recruiting for a Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. Would you like to take the next step in your nursing career and support the delivery of world class health research to improve people's lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) East of England Research Delivery Network, for an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer to join the team based at the Lister Hospital. As part of the team you would be working in a range of non-hospital settings (e.g. primary care, community services, care homes, schools) to support and champion health and social care research. The catchment area will be within Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. The role can also involve office based work at times. At the heart of everything we do are our core values:Include,Respect, andImprove. We encourage you to embrace these values throughout the recruitment process and in your role with us. Main duties of the job The focus for this role is to provide support to the delivery and/ or set up of National Institute for Health and Care Research Delivery Network (NIHR RDN) Portfolio studies across varied health and care settings. This will require flexible autonomous working across disciplines and the Regional RDN (RRDN) region. This post has a dual function and the post holder will either contribute to research delivery and/ or research support for wider care settings dependent upon regional need. Research delivery will involve the correct identification, recruitment, delivery and follow up for research participants according to the appropriate research protocols. Research support will involve engaging with stakeholders to promote research activity, site identification, set up and associated governance. The post holder will need interpersonal and leadership skills to facilitate collaborative working relationships across a breadth of stakeholders to maximise engagement opportunities. This post may contribute to line management for a team of research delivery staff working autonomously in a variety of specialties and settings. You will be required to travel across the locality and wider throughout the Eastern region. Working for our organisation At East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital, Stevenage New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City Hertford County, Hertford We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda. We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role. Person specification Qualifications/Training Educated to degree level in science or health related discipline or in another field with experience of delivering clinical research trials or equivalent experience/training. CRPs should be on, or working towards accredited registration with the AHCS Evidence of ongoing professional development. Previous Experience Experience of the care of patients/participants enrolled in research studies or a customer focussed role Skills Good IT skills, particularly in the use of Web applications, MS Office and/or Google Hub applications. Good planning and organisational skills Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously Ability to plan and coordinate multidisciplinary activities associated with the management and delivery of research study(ies) Understanding of personal accountability Ability to travel easily between sites Knowledge Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including ICH Good Clinical Practice Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting. Knowledge and experience of data systems, data entry, data interpretation, verification and reporting to local and national centres. Other Requirements Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in relation to policy, service development and service delivery in respect of both services to users and the management of staff Role model our Trust values every day Team player Adaptable/flexible approach to work Organised with excellent attention to detail Ability to work calmly, effectively and independently under pressure Desire to maintain competence level through continuous learning When you apply Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts. This means even if you have the right to work currently but will require a new sponsorship to work for our Trust your application will not be considered. Vacancies may close earlier than the advertised closing date where a high volume of applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on the opportunity to join the Trust or develop your career with us. While we recognise that AI can support in drafting an application, you are encouraged to clearly demonstrate your personal skills, experience and behaviours that align with the role, and this is usually best done in your own words. We reserve the right to review all applications for the use of AI tools and where this is inconsistent with our values and standards of behaviour your application may be rejected All correspondence relating to vacancies will be via the e-mail address you have provided on your application form. Some servers automatically send e-mails to your junk mail so please check as well as your inbox. Secondments/Fixed term Where a vacancy is advertised as a temporary position, the duration will be specified in the advert. If the vacancy becomes permanent towards the end of the specified duration, the successful applicant may not be required to re-apply and can be slotted into the role on a permanent basis if appropriate. If you are an internal applicant applying for a temporary working arrangement, please see the attached notes on secondments. Committed to our Community East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all job applicants, staff, patients and the wider community. We want to create a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We are on a journey to become a more inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone regardless of their background. In particular we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds who are currently under-represented in various parts of our workforce . We understand the importance of balancing work and home life . click apply for full job details