Job overview
Paediatric Trainee Research Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Nurse)
Band 7 WTE (progressing to Band 8a on qualification)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trainee advanced clinical practitioner to join our dynamic research team within Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) working in the NIHR Clinical Research Facility. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and develop their expertise in clinical research and this exciting area of medicine.
The successful candidate will have a place on the ACP Masters at Middlesex University commencing in September 2026.
The BRC funds research into the discovery of the basis of childhood rare diseases, the development of novel diagnostics and imaging techniques, and new treatments including pharmacological, stem cell and genetic therapies. A number of entirely novel experimental therapies are being trialled in children with rare diseases including cancer, muscular dystrophies, kidney disease and metabolic diseases. This is done mainly in the NIHR Clinical Research Facility, a state of the art, purpose-built facility where children can receive these new drugs in a safe and comfortable environment. The NIHR Clinical Research Facility increasingly supports experimental studies which recruit and assess children in other areas of Great Ormond Street Hospital, for example, recruitment and follow up of children, whenever appropriate.
This cutting-edge Clinical Research Facility provides a high quality, clinical environment, in which children and young people can take part in research programmes safely and effectively, according to robust and ethically approved protocols.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be involved in the recruitment, consulting, care and monitoring of patients in early phase high intensity trials and will work closely together with clinicians and experienced nursing staff. You will be responsible for supporting the recruitment of participants, facilitation of the consent process, administration of the clinical interventions required as part of the study ( IV drug infusions), observing and responding to side effects ( anaphylaxis), as well as liaising with other study sponsors and ensuring the accurate collection and submission of data, in line with the study protocols and research regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated paediatric nurse. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage own workload and to work as part of a team. Previous research experience is not essential for the post as a comprehensive training and development programme will be available to the successful candidate. This post offers excellent opportunities in gaining research experience, alongside ACP training with the opportunity to maintain your clinical skills, while being supported by an experienced team of research nurses.
The work will be between the hours of Some early evening or weekend working may be required at times
For further information on the facility visit our web-pages ;
Informal discussions and visits are welcomed, please contact Lead ACP or
Lorraine Hodsdon Associate Chief Nurse Research & Innovation
Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
* Our Always values: •Always welcoming •Always helpful •Always expert •Always one team
* Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
* Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
* Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
* Registered actively with the NMC as an RN-Child
* Educated to degree level or above and willing to start a Master training Advanced Clinical Practice (HEE 2017)
* Demonstrable evidence/ portfolio of clinical practice
* Attendance on a clinical leadership programme
* Ability to develop skills and training relevant to the role eg. Cannulation, blood sampling
* PILS training
* Ability to give intravenous medications
Desirable criteria
* Awareness and understanding of GCP
* Teaching qualification
* Advanced communication training
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* A personal vision of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role in the future of the NHS
* Thorough knowledge relevant to the specialty/ department / field of practice
* Knowledge of professional and current issues in children’s nursing and healthcare
* Knowledge of change management, audit & research methodologies
* Knowledge of clinical governance & improvement agenda
* Knowledge of the importance of evidence-based practice & how quality improvement, audit & research improves care outcomes
* Safeguarding Children procedures & responsibilities
* Is able to articulate a personal philosophy of nursing & the role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner
* Relevant experience at a senior level in a relevant children’s healthcare environment
* Experience of taking charge of a department and of leading or managing a team
* Experience change / quality improvement in clinical practice
* Knowledge of undertaking audit & utilizing research findings
* Evidence of working with children / young people and families to improve patient experience
* Knowledge of developing practice standards, clinical audit, benchmarking and clinical / quality improvement
* Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints and implementation of subsequent learning
* Awareness of equality, diversity & cultural diversity
* Experience of clinical teaching
* Keeps a personal portfolio of professional practice
Desirable criteria
* Abstract submission and presenting at conferences & willingness to publish.
* Using outcome measures & key performance indicators to demonstrate the quality and efficiency of clinical care
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Demonstrates an ability to provide expert clinical care
* Excellent leadership & organizational skills
* Demonstrable interpersonal, leadership negotiation & influencing skills
* Excellent communication & listening skills
* Excellent written & presentation skills
* Evidence of effective team leadership, able to motivate & develop a team & maintain constructive, professional working relationships
* Evidence of personal insight and sound judgement
* Able to demonstrate decision making and problem-solving skills in clinical practice
* Able to work collaboratively and as part of the multi-professional team
* Self-discipline & good time management to support periods of lone working & ensure robust safe practice
* Relevant evidence of paediatric clinical skills within children’s services & clinical research
* Able to implement the trust strategic Vision for Nursing and advanced clinical practice
* Appraisal & assessment skills
* Ability to delegate &prioritise
* Excellent teaching, training & assessment skills
* Able to utilize audit & research evidence to change practice
* Able to work across professional team & organizational boundaries
* Administering medication under patient group directives
* Knowledge of Quality improvement & practice development
* Computer literate (word processing. PowerPoint presentation)
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
* Able to work collaboratively & as part of a multi-professional team
* Able to support personal resilience, emotional intelligence & realistic optimism and have the ability to learn to seek additional guidance/ support
* Good attendance record
* Daily exposure to a wide range of physical, emotional & spiritual stressor, individual will need to have developed a robust professional support strategy
* The individual will have exposure to high levels of physical, mental & emotional effort
* Ability to deal with conflict situations within a team, as well as events involving the team
* Accountability – Takes responsibility for own actions & promotes good team working
* Openness – Shares information & good practice appropriately
* Mutual respect – Treats others with courtesy & respect at all times