Health Care Assistant - Band 3 (Bank Staff)

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

Job summary

Join a leading research team as a Health Care Assistant at a state-of-the-art facility in Liverpool. You will provide clinical care and support innovative vaccine research. Ideal candidates are BLS trained and passionate about global health.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements

35% increase for Saturdays

69% increase for Sundays

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical or caring environment.
• Availability for out-of-hours work, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants.
• Collect samples and data entry via electronic Case Report Forms.
• Support daily operations of the HCF.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) Training

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 team at the state-of-the-art 12-bedded Human Challenge Facility (HCF) in Liverpool. This facility focuses on experimental medicine research, testing vaccine and drug safety and efficacy, contributing to the development of new treatments and vaccines.

The Role:

As a Health Care Assistant, you will provide clinical care in the HCF, adhering to study protocols and maintaining high standards of clinical care and GCP compliance. Your responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical care to study participants
• Collecting samples and data entry via electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Supporting daily operations of the HCF, including housekeeping and meal prep
• Working according to GCP guidelines
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop vaccines and treatments

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research and help develop life-saving vaccines and treatments.

The Ideal Candidate:

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

(Please refer to the full job description for detailed criteria)

Work location: Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter. The 12-bed inpatient facility advances vaccine testing against infectious pathogens.

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

Application Process: To apply, follow the provided link and upload your CV. Successful applicants will be invited for a short interview, HR meeting for DBS and reference checks, and training in June/July.

Note: Early application is advised due to potential early vacancy closure. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Our Values: Inclusion is central at LSTM. We aim to reflect community diversity and recruit based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM: Founded in 1898, LSTM is a global leader in tropical disease research and education, committed to improving health worldwide, especially in resource-poor settings.