Health Care Assistant - Band 3 (Bank Staff)

Lstmed; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research facility in Liverpool is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support clinical research in a state-of-the-art Human Challenge Facility. The role involves providing care to participants, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to advance vaccine research.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements

Opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) trained.
• Experience in a clinical or caring environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants.
• Collect samples and complete data entry.
• Support daily operations of the Human Challenge Facility.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Job description

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Health Care Assistant - Band 3 (Bank Staff)

Reference: APR20257433

Expiry date: 22:59, Sun, 8th Jun 2025

Location: Liverpool

Benefits: Unsocial hours enhancements: 35% increase to £17.72 per hour, Saturdays 69% increase to £22.19 per hour, Sundays

Health Care Assistant - Human Challenge Facility (Bank Staff)

Clinical Sciences

AFC Band 3: £13.13 per hour (subject to NHS cost of living)

35% increase to £17.72 per hour Saturdays

69% increase to £22.19 per hour Sundays

Temporary - Contingency worker contract

Based in Liverpool

An Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Dynamic Research Team!

Liverpool Vaccine Group (LVG) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Research Nurse to join our dynamic and agile delivery team at our state-of-the-art 12-bedded Human Challenge Facility (HCF) in Liverpool. This cutting-edge facility will serve as a focal point for experimental medicine research, focusing on unique human challenge models to test vaccine and drug safety and efficacy. The HCF will play a pivotal role in the development of new treatments and vaccines, enabling LSTM to continue its global impact on infection treatment and control.

The Role:

As a Health Care Assistant, you will provide essential clinical support in the HCF, delivering care to participants according to the study protocol while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care and adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical care to study participants during their stay in the HCF
• Collecting samples and completing data entry using electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Supporting the daily operations of the HCF with housekeeping and meal preparation
• Ensuring compliance with GCP guidelines
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists to develop better vaccines and treatments for future generations

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative research, contributing to the development of life-saving vaccines and treatments in a collaborative, research-driven environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) trained
• Experience working in a clinical or caring environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• A passion for improving global health through innovative research
• Availability to work out of hours, including night shifts, weekends, and Bank Holidays

(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the job description and person specification)

You will work in the Human Challenge Facility located in the Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter. The state-of-the-art 12-bed inpatient facility aims to advance vaccine testing pathways to protect against infectious pathogens.

This post is a contingent contract, with hours including social hours, evenings, and weekends.

Application Process: To apply, follow the provided link and upload your CV.

Successful applicants will be invited to a recruitment event involving a short interview, followed by a meeting with HR to complete DBS checks, references, and to schedule training and induction in June/July.

Due to high application volume, vacancies may close early. Early application is advised.

Please note that sponsorship cannot be provided for this position due to sponsorship requirements.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Our Values: Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM. We aim to attract and recruit diverse candidates reflecting our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, or disability. Recruitment is based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM:

Founded in 1898, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is the oldest of its kind worldwide, recognized for excellence in tropical disease research and teaching. We collaborate globally to address health needs, especially in less developed countries, promoting improved health outcomes.

Discover some of our achievements in our latest annual report.

Our Commitment: LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies.