Job Summary
This appointment is for a Research Associate who will work autonomously on an NIHR funded study (SPROCKET) within the Centre for Outcomes and Experience Research in Children’s Health Illness and Disability (ORCHID) under the supervision of Dr Kate Oulton (GOSH) and Prof Monica Lakhanpaul (ICH). The aim of SPROCKET is to transform the delivery of services for children and young people with complex health needs in response to the significant difficulties they face navigating services across health, education, and social care. We are focusing specifically on two transitions: hospital to home and education transitions. The post‑holder will help plan and deliver all aspects of research and co‑production with children and young people, families and health and social care professionals including community‑based workshops using participatory and inclusive methods, individual interviews, and support an ambitious strategy for patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE).
Main Duties of the Job
A key aspect is working with children and parents with a diverse range of needs and includes developing research resources and materials in different formats and ensuring that any reasonable adjustments required are identified and addressed in a timely manner. The post‑holder will contribute to all stages of data analysis and support with writing up the findings for different audiences and supporting the planning and delivery of national roadshows. The role presents an exciting opportunity for career development in large research project management and will also have a real impact on services for children with complex health needs.
About Us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care. Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team. We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Details
Date posted: 09 March 2026
Pay Scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£56,276 to £63,176 a year per annum inclusive
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
48 months
Working Pattern
Full‑time
Reference Number
271-NPE-7790832‑A
Job Locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH
Job Description
Key tasks and responsibilities of the role – please view the attachments for full detail.
Person Specification
Values (Essential)
* GOSH Values
Academic/Professional Qualification/Training (Essential)
* Relevant first degree, e.g. anthropology, social science, nursing, psychology, public health, child health
* Relevant Masters, e.g. anthropology, social science, nursing, psychology, public health, child health
Experience/Knowledge (Essential)
* Previous experience of undertaking research/co‑production projects
* Extensive experience of planning and delivering co‑production activities with children, young people and parents
* Previous experience of undertaking in‑depth interviews
* Previous experience of undertaking patient and public involvement and engagement activities
* Previous experience of working with children and young people with complex needs
* Extensive knowledge of co‑production methods and processes
* Experience of using participatory and inclusive co‑production and engagement methods
* Knowledge of research design and methods
* Knowledge of research governance, ICH/GCP and EU Directives
* Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
* A flexible approach to work
* Safeguarding / Child protection
Desirable
* Experience of working with underrepresented communities
Skills/Abilities (Essential)
* Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills including writing for publication and grant writing skill
* Skilled in developing accessible information for lay audiences
* Able to problem solve and initiate change
* Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
* Ability to prioritise workload
* Excellent computer skills including data analysis skills
* Excellent project management and development skills
Other (Essential)
* Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
* Effective time management
* Evidence of CPD
* Accountability – takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
* Openness – shares information and good practice appropriately
* Mutual respect – treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
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 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).
Employer Details
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust – Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH
Employer's Website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/
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