Clinical Trials Assistant

Isle Of Wight Nhs Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is recruiting a Clinical Trials Assistant to join our research team at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham. This role supports delivery of clinical studies across specialties, assisting with study setup, recruitment, follow-up and day-to-day trial activities.

You'll work with research nurses and clinical teams, receive in-house training, and contribute to safe, compliant research practice. This is a permanent, full-time Band 3 position with Agenda for Change pay.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Care Certificate completed or ability to complete within 3 months of appointment.
• English and Maths GCSE/Functional Skills at level 1 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Identify potentially eligible patients.
• Support recruitment and follow-up for studies.
• Assist research teams to ensure studies are delivered safely and in line with protocols.

Skills

Bedside care

Patient screening

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Recruitment support

Education

NVQ 3 Health & Social Care

Care Certificate

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Clinical Trials Assistant

Company: Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Job summary

This post is only open for applications for internal applicants for Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust

NHS Band 3: Salary £25,760 - £27,476 per annum.

Full time: 37.5 hours per week.

Contract: Permanent.

Location: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham.

Main duties of the job

Join our dedicated research team and help shape the future of patient care.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Trials Assistant to support the delivery of innovative clinical research studies across the Trust. Working as part of a flexible, multidisciplinary research workforce, you will contribute to studies across a range of clinical specialties, helping to advance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes.

You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of clinical trials from study set up through to completion. Your responsibilities will include identifying potentially eligible patients, supporting recruitment and follow-up, and assisting research teams to ensure studies are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with study protocols.

You will work closely with our research nurses and wider clinical teams, helping to ensure that patients receive appropriate support throughout their participation in research. Comprehensive, study specific training will be provided to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence in the role.

About us

Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.

The single corporate service is delivered across both organisations. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in-person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.

Details

Date posted: 16 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: REF2680Z

Job locations: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, PO6 3LY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

About Our Team

Although our research activities span multiple specialties across the Trust, we work collaboratively as one team, united by our Trust values and our shared commitment to delivering high-quality, safe and effective clinical research.

We foster a supportive culture of learning, training and professional development, encouraging colleagues to share knowledge, develop their skills and continually improve the quality of care and experience we provide to research participants.

What Were Looking For

• Experience in bedside care, including recording vital signs
• Ability to use healthcare systems to screen patients and review clinical information
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and IT skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and flexibly
• Enthusiasm for supporting patient recruitment in line with NIHR targets

Phlebotomy skills are desirable but not essential; training will be provided. Previous research experience is an advantage but not required, as comprehensive in-house training and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification will be offered.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in clinical research while making a meaningful contribution to patient care and the advancement of medical knowledge.

You will join a collaborative and supportive team, working alongside experienced research professionals and clinical colleagues across a range of specialties. With access to training, education and ongoing development, you will have the opportunity to build your skills, broaden your experience and play an active role in delivering research that has the potential to improve outcomes for patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent relevant experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Completed Care Certificate or ability to complete within 3 months of appointment.
• English and Maths qualification GCSE / Functional skills at level 1 or equivalent.

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Address: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, PO6 3LY, United Kingdom

Contact

Hiring Manager: Zoe Daly, [e-mail]