Responsibilities
* Support the Evaluation of the Ascend Service: Assist in delivering a structured evaluation of the Ascend service, ensuring all research activities align with the service's aims and contribute to continuous improvement for individuals affected by sexual assault and abuse.
* Collaborative Working Across Partner Agencies: Build and maintain effective working relationships with partner organisations, including NHS services and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector partners, to support integrated approaches to trauma‑informed care and joint service evaluation.
* Data Collection and Analysis: Undertake qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry, management and analysis in line with research governance and ethical standards. Methods may include interviews, surveys, focus groups and routine service data.
* Service Pathway Evaluation.
* Health Inequality Monitoring.
* Evaluation of Psychological Interventions: Assist in assessing the quality, accessibility and effectiveness of evidence‑based, trauma‑informed psychological interventions delivered by the service.
* Outcome Measurement and Reporting: Support the evaluation of service user outcomes, including reductions in trauma‑related distress, improvements in quality of life and satisfaction with care. Assist in developing clear, accessible reports and summaries of findings for internal and external stakeholders.
Clinical Research Duties
* Work according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Trust guidelines, research governance and Research Ethics Committee guidelines, for all research studies/clinical trials.
* Assist clinical and non‑clinical staff in completing GCP training and other research‑related training.
* Demonstrate knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, alongside working knowledge of how to comply with local, national and international regulations.
* Work autonomously in all areas of practice relating to clinical research, developing the ability to assist in the planning, delivery and management of the portfolio of clinical research related to the project and Ascend service, with support of the Clinical Lead.
* Read and process research protocols and patient information, ensuring that information about clinical trials is clearly and appropriately communicated to research participants.
* Plan, arrange and facilitate research‑related meetings, liaising with internal and external staff.
* Contribute to the development of collaborations with outside agencies, e.g. Local Authority, local Universities, R&I networks and other NHS organisations.
* Undertake screening, registration and randomisation activity of participants.
* Develop appropriate systems, procedures and training across the Trust to support the practical success of research studies, including processes of patient referrals, patient informed consent, baseline and follow‑up assessments and interventions.
* Provide formal research training opportunities and experience in research dissemination where required.
* Ensure smooth running and adequate cover for the full range of research studies requiring clinical support in the Trust, including completing paperwork and undertaking assessments/questionnaires.
* Maintain awareness of the evidence base pertaining to practice, keep up to date with research audit and understanding of best practice, and develop local dissemination systems to maintain and develop practice within the services in line with proven methods of care.
The duties of the post outlined above are not exhaustive and may change from time to time to meet the changing needs of the Trust and Department. The post holder is expected to be cooperative and flexible; undertaking any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality service.
Benefits & Working Conditions
As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high‑quality care. We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working. We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to become the world’s first ‘carbon net zero’ national health system by 2045.
Equal Opportunities
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under‑represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
Recruitment Details
* Priority will be given to NHS staff across the region who are at risk of redundancy, where the vacancy is at the same band or one below their current band and candidates meet the essential criteria for this post.
* All employees new to the Trust will be subject to a 6‑month probationary period.
* All clinical staff bands 2‑4 that are new to the Trust will be required to complete a Care Certificate.
Canvassing of members of the Trust or of any Committee of the Trust directly or indirectly for any appointment under the Trust shall disqualify the candidate for such appointment. The Trust does not pay travel expenses for candidates attending interviews. ALL POSTS INVOLVING ACCESS TO PERSONS IN RECEIPT OF HEALTH SERVICES WILL BE SUBJECT TO A DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE DISCLOSURE. Please provide full contact details for all referees, especially their email addresses where possible. Failure to do may result in significant delays in your application. There may also be a requirement to provide additional referee details.
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