Research Nurse / Practitioner

NHS; Bolton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bolton NHS Foundation Trust seeks an enthusiastic Research Nurse/Practitioner to coordinate a portfolio of research studies across clinical specialties. Ideal for those wishing to enhance their skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. The role offers training and career development opportunities in a friendly team focused on delivering excellent patient care.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with patients in a clinical environment.
• Experience of working in a Research Environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a portfolio of research studies across clinical specialties.
• Support care of patients enrolled in research trials.

Skills

Excellent IT Skills

Good communication skills - verbal and written

Basic Clinical Skills including Venepuncture

Excellent attention to detail

Education

Educated to Degree level or Equivalent

Registered Nurse / AHP / Practitioner

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse/Practitioner (Registered) to join our award winning team! The post will involve coordinating a portfolio of research studies across different clinical specialties, and is ideal for individuals with experience of working in a busy research environment who wish to further develop their skills and experience.

Band: 5, 37.5 hours, 12 Month Contract.

Main duties of the job

Previous experience of NHS research would be beneficial for this role along with knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and basic clinical skills. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential and a flexible working approach is a key element to this role.

The successful candidate will be supported by a hardworking and motivated team of research nurses, practitioners and CTAs. Training and career development opportunities are available to the suitable candidate, in this friendly and dynamic department which strives for excellence in delivering first class research and patient care.

About us

There has never been a better time to join the Bolton NHS Foundation Trust team. Here at Bolton our patients, staff and volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of Care and are guided by our trust 'VOICE' Values of Vision, Openness, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence.

Details Date posted

13 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

241-307CD-25

Job locations

Royal Bolton Hospital

Bolton

BL4 0JR

Job description Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will work on a variety of NIHR academic and commercial studies alongside the multidisciplinary team, and will support the care of patients enrolled onto research trials.

See Job Description / Person Spec for detailed description of duties.

Job description Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will work on a variety of NIHR academic and commercial studies alongside the multidisciplinary team, and will support the care of patients enrolled onto research trials.

See Job Description / Person Spec for detailed description of duties.

Person Specification Education Essential

• Educated to Degree level or Equivalent
• Registered Nurse / AHP / Practitioner

Desirable

• CGP Completed

Experience Essential

• Experience of working with patients in a clinical environment
• Experience of working in a Research Environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical research role

Skills Essential

• Excellent IT Skills
• Good communication skills - verbal and written
• Basic Clinical Skills including Venepuncture
• Excellent attention to detail

Person Specification Education Essential

• Educated to Degree level or Equivalent
• Registered Nurse / AHP / Practitioner

Desirable

• CGP Completed

Experience Essential

• Experience of working with patients in a clinical environment
• Experience of working in a Research Environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical research role

Skills Essential

• Excellent IT Skills
• Good communication skills - verbal and written
• Basic Clinical Skills including Venepuncture
• Excellent attention to detail

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bolton Hospital

Bolton

BL4 0JR

Employer's website

http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bolton Hospital

Bolton

BL4 0JR

Employer's website

http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)