Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse CRF RMCH

Job summary
Are you a good team worker with excellent communication skills who can contribute to the development of the NIHR/Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facility at RMCH?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse's to support the current paediatric research team.

If you are committed to producing a high quality research service this role could be for you.

Main duties of the job
You will be supporting an award-winning diverse team of experts who are making a difference to the future care of patients, driving forward pioneering research into new tests and treatments in a range of paediatric clinical research trials. Utilising our expertise in early phase experimental medicine we aim to contribute to the rapid translation of research findings into clinical care.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Closing date: 03 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-RES-8356261-RL4
Job location: Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, NIHR Manchester/Wellcome Trust CRF RMCH, Manchester, M13 9WL

Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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Essential criteria

• Proven experience of working in a clinical environment Evidence of CPD
• Proven experience of working to deadlines
• Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Evidence of CPD
• Registered Nurse- currently registered with the NMC
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate people management
• Awareness and respect for confidentiality
• Demonstrable IT skills including email and Microsoft office programs (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Knowledge of patient information systems
• Wide range of clinical skills
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Team player
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to delegate where appropriate
• Ability to work flexible shift pattern as required
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Self-motivated Innovative Conscientious and hard working
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Ability to work to tight and / or unexpected deadlines
• Willingness to undertake training
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
• Ability to work unsupervised or part of a team
• Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values
• Understanding of clinical research Knowledge of ICH-Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
• Registered Nurse (Child) currently registered with the NMC - level 1

Desirable criteria

• Data management experience
• Audit experience
• Experience in clinical research
• Interest in research
• Evidence of IT training
• Advanced use of spreadsheets
• Knowledge of information governance
• Venepuncture and cannulation
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively
• Awareness of research at MFT
• Knowledge of clinical and research governance
• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedure
• Good Clinical Practice certificate
• Mentorship training
• Degree in healthcare subject
• Additional specialist training
• Post graduate diploma

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Roles requiring a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. Candidates are expected to register with the DBS Update Service within 30 days of the certificate being issued.