Research Nurse (B5/B6 Developmental Role)

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in England is looking for a Research Nurse to support clinical trials focused on mental health and dementia. The successful candidate will monitor participant health, collect biological samples, and may supervise junior staff. Applicants must be NMC Registered Nurses with significant post-qualification experience, including competencies in medication administration and phlebotomy. Join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality care while furthering your professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working

Supportive team environment

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC accreditation.
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification nursing experience.
• Competency in ECG recording.
• ICH-GCP training or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials by monitoring participant health and administering medications.
• Collect and process biological samples according to protocols.
• Supervise junior staff and coordinate trials.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN)

Medication administration (Oral, SC, IM, IV)

Phlebotomy

Cannulation

Experience with mental health patients

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Research Nurse (B5/B6 Developmental Role)

The closing date is 04 January 2026

The Research Nurse will support mental health and dementia clinical trials at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

Key duties include participant assessment and monitoring, recruitment, liaising with study partners, and collecting biological samples and data in line with protocols. Clinical skills in phlebotomy, cannulation, and medication administration (oral, SC, IM, IV) are essential. Professional development and leadership training opportunities are available.

Based at Two Bridges in Chertsey, the role involves community visits and Trust-wide meetings.

As a Band 6, the postholder is expected to supervise junior staff, lead on study setup, coordinate commercial trials, support audits, and represent the team at internal and external meetings.

Main duties of the job

This role involves delivering high-quality clinical and research care to participants involved in clinical trials. Responsibilities include collecting and processing biological samples, monitoring participants' health, administering investigational medications through various routes, and conducting study visits in clinical and community settings.

The role will support delivery of our clinical trials by identifying, screening, and enrolling eligible participants while ensuring adherence to protocol, accurate data recording, and prompt reporting of adverse events in line with ICH‑GCP and UK clinical trial regulations.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, and external partners is essential, alongside active contribution to trial setup and management. Ongoing professional development, staff supervision, and participant education are also key components, ensuring the delivery of safe, ethical, and effective research practice.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Specification for further information regarding the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Nursing Experience

• NMC Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN)
• 2 years post qualification nursing experience
• Post qualification NHS experience of at least 1 year
• Competent and signed off in medication administration (Oral, Subcutaneous, Intramuscular and Intravenous)
• Competent and trained in phlebotomy and cannulation
• Competent and trained in performing and recording ECGs
• Experience working with mental health and dementia patients

Driving

• Holds a valid full UK driving license
• Access to own vehicle for work purposes

Research Experience

• Experience working in a clinical trial as a Research Nurse
• ICH‑GCP training certificate or prepared to work towards achieving this

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.

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

£32,602 to £48,778 a year Incl. 5% Fringe HCAS, pa, pro rata.