Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Support Officer (RSO) to join Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust. The postholder will support research aimed at improving timely dementia diagnosis for people from underserved global majority communities. Working within an MDT team, including clinicians, third sector partners, our Grounded Research Team and the Ethnic Minority Research Inclusion Network (EMRI), the role will contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of research that addresses health inequalities and barriers to diagnostic access.
Main duties of the job
The RSO will support data collection, analysis and reporting, with a focus on the experiences of underrepresented populations accessing dementia diagnostic services. The role includes supporting participant recruitment, engaging with ethnic minority communities, coordinating study visits and documentation, and ensuring accurate data management in line with NHS research governance requirements. The postholder will also assist with disseminating findings to academic, clinical and community audiences to support improvements in diagnostic pathways and reduce health inequalities.
The postholder will receive management support, supervision and mentoring, with opportunities for CPD and engagement with wider research networks.
Further information
If you wish to know more, please contact Dr Gemma Graham (Rotherham Care Group Director for Psychological Professions) /
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
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Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-RCG-0698
Job locations
Swallownest Court / Badsley Moor Lane
Aughton Road
Rotherham
S26 4TH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in appropriate subject.
Desirable
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification.
Degree in a science or health related discipline, or a degree in another field with experience in clinical trials.
Essential
Experience
Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Experience of data management.
Experience of working with global majority / underserved communities
Desirable
Experience of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Experience of community engagement or patient and public involvement (PPI)
Experience of supporting health or social care research projects
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion principles;
Desirable
Understanding of health inequalities and barriers to accessing healthcare
Knowledge of research recruitment processes, including consent, data collection and data entry
Essential
Skills
Problem solving skills, including the analysis and evaluation of issues, situations and data
Well-developed listening skills and effective verbal communication skills
Excellent written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and appropriate keyboard skills
The ability, with supervision, to manage own workload in an effective and timely manner
Demonstrate ability to use initiative appropriately, making decisions within the broad guidelines set as well as to work collaboratively as part of a team
Able to demonstrate a good understanding of confidentiality in a care setting
Able to explain and demonstrate own duties to new and less experienced staff
Team-working skills within a multidisciplinary group
Evidence of sustained enthusiasm for Learning and Development
Experience of working with highly emotive and challenging client groups
Flexible and adaptable to change
An ability to act calmly and respond in a professional manner to stressful and challenging behaviours and situations.
Person Specification
Essential
Problem solving skills, including the analysis and evaluation of issues, situations and data
Well-developed listening skills and effective verbal communication skills
Excellent written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and appropriate keyboard skills
The ability, with supervision, to manage own workload in an effective and timely manner
Demonstrate ability to use initiative appropriately, making decisions within the broad guidelines set as well as to work collaboratively as part of a team
Able to demonstrate a good understanding of confidentiality in a care setting
Able to explain and demonstrate own duties to new and less experienced staff
Team-working skills within a multidisciplinary group
Evidence of sustained enthusiasm for Learning and Development
Experience of working with highly emotive and challenging client groups
Flexible and adaptable to change
An ability to act calmly and respond in a professional manner to stressful and challenging behaviours and situations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Swallownest Court / Badsley Moor Lane
Aughton Road
Rotherham
S26 4TH
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Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Swallownest Court / Badsley Moor Lane
Aughton Road
Rotherham
S26 4TH
Employer's website
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