Job summary

To provide a comprehensive administrative service to a number of Consultants and/or group of medical staff in an efficient and timely manner.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Provide and deliver a high standard of full secretarial service to the Consultant and/or group of medical staff using a varied range of work procedures.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.

The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.

If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process, please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team.

We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-LT-DD8287608

Job locations

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Road

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Section 1 - Speciality Co-Ordinator:

Responsible for the supervision and training of junior staff. Manage and supervise members of the team.

To assist in the training of newly appointed temporary, locum or other secretaries and supporting them during their assimilation.

Ensure outpatient referrals are managed in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy.

Ensure that patients are added to the IP/DC waiting list in accordance with the Trusts waiting list policy.

Co-ordination of speciality waiting lists/PTLs, including Cancer PTL, within the framework of the Trusts Waiting List Policy.

Work with the service line management team to ensure key performance standards in relation to patient access are met.

*** See attached Job Description for full details ***

Job description Job responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Section 1 - Speciality Co-Ordinator: Responsible for the supervision and training of junior staff. Manage and supervise members of the team. To assist in the training of newly appointed temporary, locum or other secretaries and supporting them during their assimilation. Ensure outpatient referrals are managed in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Ensure that patients are added to the IP/DC waiting list in accordance with the Trusts waiting list policy. Co-ordination of speciality waiting lists/PTLs, including Cancer PTL, within the framework of the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Work with the service line management team to ensure key performance standards in relation to patient access are met. *** See attached Job Description for full details ***

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• oPrevious demonstrable experience as a medical secretary.
• oDemonstrate proven knowledge of waiting list management
• oDemonstrate use of hospital software EPIC.
• oDemonstrate proven ability to use all main software packages.

Desirable

• An understanding of local and national access policies.

Qualifications

Essential

• A-C in Maths and English GCSEs or Equivalent demonstrable qualifications
• Level 4 NVQ in Business Administration or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Desirable

• Working towards a recognised leadership and management qualification.

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal, with proven ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
• Proven ability to work calmly and methodically whilst completing a varied workload in a busy environment.
• Proven ability to handle difficult/distressed patients in a sensitive and empathetic manner.

Person Specification Experience Essential oPrevious demonstrable experience as a medical secretary. oDemonstrate proven knowledge of waiting list management oDemonstrate use of hospital software EPIC. oDemonstrate proven ability to use all main software packages. Desirable An understanding of local and national access policies. Qualifications Essential A-C in Maths and English GCSEs or Equivalent demonstrable qualifications Level 4 NVQ in Business Administration or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable Working towards a recognised leadership and management qualification. Aptitude and Abilities Essential Good communication skills, written and verbal, with proven ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels. Proven ability to work calmly and methodically whilst completing a varied workload in a busy environment. Proven ability to handle difficult/distressed patients in a sensitive and empathetic manner.

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Road

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Road

PLYMOUTH

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The Lead Nursewill provide expert autonomous clinical practice whilst leading the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of an integrated Continence, Catheter and Intermittent Self-Catheterisation (ISC) Service across outpatient, community and interface services. The post holder will lead the redesign of bladder dysfunction pathways, ensuring equitable access to high-quality continence care for adults with complex lower urinary tract dysfunction, including patients requiring intermittent self-catheterisation following neurological injury, Cauda Equina Syndrome, spinal pathology, chronic urinary retention and other urological conditions. Working at an advanced level of clinical practice across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice (Clinical Practice, Leadership & Management, Education and Research), the ACP will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, investigate, treat and manage patients whilst leading service transformation across the organisation. The role will provide expert leadership for catheter care, continence management, bladder rehabilitation and patient education, ensuring compliance with national guidance, NHS Long Term Plan priorities and GIRFT recommendations.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Key Dimensions:

Practise autonomously within scope of Advanced Clinical Practice by:

• Undertaking comprehensive advanced clinical assessment.
• Requesting and interpreting diagnostic investigations.
• Diagnosing lower urinary tract dysfunction.
• Managing complex bladder disorders.
• Prescribing independently where qualified.
• Developing holistic management plans.
• Performing advanced bladder assessment.
• Managing complex catheter-related complications.
• Managing patients with neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
• Leading independent continence clinics.
• Managing complex patients without direct medical supervision where appropriate

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.

Available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. (With current line manager's agreement). ***

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-PL-DD8198738-B

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Develop comprehensive pathways for:

• Continence assessment
• Catheter management
• Trial Without Catheter (TWOC)
• Female ISC
• Male ISC
• Suprapubic catheter management
• Long-term catheter review
• Neurogenic bladder
• Cauda Equina Syndrome
• Community catheter services
• GP referral pathways
• Community rehabilitation
• Pelvic Health Services

Develop:

• Standard Operating Procedures
• Clinical Guidelines
• Care Pathways
• Referral Criteria
• Patient Group Directions (where appropriate)
• Electronic documentation
• Digital referral systems
• Patient education resources

Ensure seamless transition between:

• Acute Care
• Outpatients
• Community Services
• Primary Care
• Rehabilitation Services

Develop competency frameworks for:

• Female ISC
• Male ISC
• Neurogenic bladder
• Learning disability adaptations
• Neurodivergent patients
• Patients with reduced dexterity
• Patients requiring assisted ISC

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Work collaboratively with:

• Neurosurgery
• Orthopaedics
• Neurology
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Physiotherapy
• Community Continence Teams
• Specialist Urology Services

*** See JD for full job details

Job description Job responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Develop comprehensive pathways for: Continence assessment Catheter management Trial Without Catheter (TWOC) Female ISC Male ISC Suprapubic catheter management Long-term catheter review Neurogenic bladder Cauda Equina Syndrome Community catheter services GP referral pathways Community rehabilitation Pelvic Health Services Develop: Standard Operating Procedures Clinical Guidelines Care Pathways Referral Criteria Patient Group Directions (where appropriate) Electronic documentation Digital referral systems Patient education resources Ensure seamless transition between: Acute Care Outpatients Community Services Primary Care Rehabilitation Services Develop competency frameworks for: Female ISC Male ISC Neurogenic bladder Learning disability adaptations Neurodivergent patients Patients with reduced dexterity Patients requiring assisted ISC COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work collaboratively with: Neurosurgery Orthopaedics Neurology Rehabilitation Medicine Physiotherapy Community Continence Teams Specialist Urology Services *** See JD for full job details

Person Specification

.Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oRecent demonstrable experience in Urology
• oDemonstrable management ability and leadership experience
• oExcellent clinical and practical skills
• oDemonstrable experience of education and supervision
• oProven advanced clinical skills

Desirable

• oProven EPIC knowledge
• oProven awareness of functional urological procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• oPrimary Nurse or AHP qualification
• Prescribing qualification (or working towards)
• oEducation/Mentorship course or willing to complete
• oProven evidence of relevant, recent study.

Desirable

• oManagement/Leadership training
• oTeaching qualification

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• oProven ability to communicate with patients and their families in an empathetic manner regarding treatment and procedures
• oProven ability to recognise and analyse complex situations
• oIndependent and autonomous practitioner
• oProven effective communication skills

Desirable

• oWillingness to develop new protocols

Person Specification .Knowledge and Experience Essential oRecent demonstrable experience in Urology oDemonstrable management ability and leadership experience oExcellent clinical and practical skills oDemonstrable experience of education and supervision oProven advanced clinical skills Desirable oProven EPIC knowledge oProven awareness of functional urological procedures Qualifications Essential oPrimary Nurse or AHP qualification Prescribing qualification (or working towards) oEducation/Mentorship course or willing to complete oProven evidence of relevant, recent study. Desirable oManagement/Leadership training oTeaching qualification APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential Excellent communication skills oProven ability to communicate with patients and their families in an empathetic manner regarding treatment and procedures oProven ability to recognise and analyse complex situations oIndependent and autonomous practitioner oProven effective communication skills Desirable oWillingness to develop new protocols

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has come up for an enthusiastic, competent and ambitious person to join the Thoracic Surgery Team as our Thoracic Cancer Pathway Co-ordinator and Schedular.

We are recruiting for a Cancer Patient Navigator who shares our ambition and vision to deliver the best patient focused care and has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.

To support the implementation of the NHS Cancer plan by providing dedicated and effective support to multi-disciplinary teams, working with team members to facilitate the delivery of high quality care for cancer patients.

We may close the advert early if sufficient appropriate applications have been received.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

To navigate and support patients through the cancer pathway using own judgement and initiative, utilising specific departmental and patient administration systems, ensuring strict adherence and compliance to all Trust Policies and procedures.

To co-ordinate appropriate investigations required, signpost patients to appropriate support and assist with 'Making every Contact Count' to ensure the delivery of patient care is of the highest standard and those patients and their families are treated with dignity and respect.

To utilise iPM/iSOFT/CRIS and other systems/databases to track patient and upload relevant cancer data.

To be able to utilise somerset cancer register, blue spier to tract patient could be added.

To help maintain existing databases of patients coming through the pathway.

To provide accurate and timely updates for weekly Cancer Services Meetings

To schedule and communicate to patients regarding the management of their operation dates.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job summary

1.To act as a specialist in knowledge in MND (motor neurone disease) and MND patients research participation as well as advise on the complex nursing care of MND patients when participating in MND research. To proactively support MND patients and their carers and health colleagues across the South West region to promote inclusion of MND patients into research across the South West region.

2. Proactively lead and develop an MND person-centred research service as part of an MND research nurse network. Working alongside patients and carers as well as stakeholders across the South West region.

3. To ensure that everyone diagnosed with MND in the South West region has access to the support and opportunity to take part in research across the region, working across organisations and linking closely with complex care services and research delivery teams and research leads.

4. To support people with MND to navigate the research process, providing information about current MND research opportunities, identifying research that people living with MND are eligible for, explaining what is involved, and supporting people with their application and ongoing involvement in trials--while ensuring their complex care needs are recognised and supported throughout.

Main duties of the job

• Contribute to the progress of MND research and clinical trials, dedicating 100% of efforts to supporting, delivering, and leading initiatives that contribute to breakthroughs in MND care and understanding.
• Collaborate effectively with the MND Association to support the strategic development and growth of the Research Nurse Network in the South West region.
• Oversee and support clinical trials across the region and research efforts aimed at improving outcomes for people living with MND, playing a pivotal role in facilitating high-quality research and trial execution
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the South West region to ensure studies are conducted smoothly and in full compliance with protocols, legislation, and relevant guidelines.
• Maintain and manage clinical research databases for MND studies, ensuring accuracy and currency of all research data to support impactful finding. Also ensuring the data is pulled from the differing services across the south west region and these complex data sets are interpreted correctly for the purposes of research.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

4 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-LD-DC8099069

Job locations

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1 To drive collaborative opportunities within the MDT team. Working closely with care coordinators and other MDT members, emphasising seamless coordination, shared goals, and effective communication across departments to enhance complex care delivery in research for MND patients, and ensure alignment with the latest research insights and objectives.

2 To champion the diverse and often complex care needs of people living with MND by working in a manner that facilitates inclusion and collaboration, within and beyond the MND Association.

3 Responsibilities include coordination of care of people living with MND on trials and studies, ensuring effective communication between Care Centre / Networks and research teams, with a strong focus on meeting complex care requirements during research participation.

• Serve as an expert resource for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, offering information and support on MND research and clinical trials.
• Handle additional responsibilities essential to the efficient operation of MND research network and trial initiatives, such as patient meetings to disseminate study findings for example or work within MDT groups to align MND patient research participation in current care pathways.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Job description Job responsibilities 1 To drive collaborative opportunities within the MDT team. Working closely with care coordinators and other MDT members, emphasising seamless coordination, shared goals, and effective communication across departments to enhance complex care delivery in research for MND patients, and ensure alignment with the latest research insights and objectives. 2 To champion the diverse and often complex care needs of people living with MND by working in a manner that facilitates inclusion and collaboration, within and beyond the MND Association. 3 Responsibilities include coordination of care of people living with MND on trials and studies, ensuring effective communication between Care Centre / Networks and research teams, with a strong focus on meeting complex care requirements during research participation. Serve as an expert resource for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, offering information and support on MND research and clinical trials. Handle additional responsibilities essential to the efficient operation of MND research network and trial initiatives, such as patient meetings to disseminate study findings for example or work within MDT groups to align MND patient research participation in current care pathways. ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of the Research Governance Framework and the International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guidelines
• oIn depth knowledge of clinical trials & research methodologies
• oHigh level of interpersonal and communication skills
• oIn-depth knowledge of data collection and data entry for clinical trials
• oGood leadership skills and proven managerial ability
• oPertinent clinical skills
• oIT skills including ability to work with databases
• oAbility to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines
• oAbility to think strategically and make independent decisions
• oCritical appraisal skills
• oExtensive experience of clinical research within the NHS setting
• oBroad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post
• oLine Management experience within the NHS
• oProven record of meeting participant recruitment targets

Desirable

• Experience of delivering commercial and academic research

Qualifications

Essential

• oRegistered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, currently registered with UK regulatory body NMC/HCPC
• oResearch Training (e.g., GCP, degree module, informed consent)
• oSpecialist knowledge of MND disease and patients
• oPost graduate /Master's level qualification or equivalent
• oManagement or Leadership Qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience of delivering commercial and academic research

Aptitude

Essential

• oAbility to work autonomously
• oWillingness to learn, instigate and develop efficient working systems
• oAbility to work cohesively as a member of a team
• oWillingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance
• oWillingness and ability to work across sites including community
• oMeticulous attention to detail

Dispostion

Essential

• oHigh level of interpersonal and communication skills
• oFlexible and adaptable
• oCommitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role

Other

Essential

• oWillingness to travel between sites across the south west region

Person Specification Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of the Research Governance Framework and the International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guidelines oIn depth knowledge of clinical trials & research methodologies oHigh level of interpersonal and communication skills oIn-depth knowledge of data collection and data entry for clinical trials oGood leadership skills and proven managerial ability oPertinent clinical skills oIT skills including ability to work with databases oAbility to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines oAbility to think strategically and make independent decisions oCritical appraisal skills oExtensive experience of clinical research within the NHS setting oBroad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post oLine Management experience within the NHS oProven record of meeting participant recruitment targets Desirable Experience of delivering commercial and academic research Qualifications Essential oRegistered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, currently registered with UK regulatory body NMC/HCPC oResearch Training (e.g., GCP, degree module, informed consent) oSpecialist knowledge of MND disease and patients oPost graduate /Master's level qualification or equivalent oManagement or Leadership Qualification or equivalent experience Desirable Experience of delivering commercial and academic research Aptitude Essential oAbility to work autonomously oWillingness to learn, instigate and develop efficient working systems oAbility to work cohesively as a member of a team oWillingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance oWillingness and ability to work across sites including community oMeticulous attention to detail Dispostion Essential oHigh level of interpersonal and communication skills oFlexible and adaptable oCommitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role Other Essential oWillingness to travel between sites across the south west region

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Plymouth

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the UGI Clinical Nurse Specialist team. Under direction from the Lead UGI Cancer Nurse Specialist you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate expert nursing care and provide support to UGI and GIST cancer patients and their carers. The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and organisation of individual treatment programmes throughout the illness trajectory and work to develop communication across divisional and organisational boundaries.

Provide specialist nursing advice and psychological support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.

Acts as a resource and contributes to the education and training of other healthcare professionals as required.

Contribute to service development, audit and research projects and help develop educational packages as needed.

Main duties of the job

Work as an integral part of the UGI cancer multidisciplinary team within both Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust and across the tertiary centres. May be asked to support other cancer nursing specialist teams when necessary.

o Act as liaison with tertiary centres and UGI Cancer CNS's to ensure smooth transition of care between centres.

o Assess, plan and implement and evaluate expert nursing care and provide support to patients and their carers. The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and organisation of individual treatment programmes throughout the illness trajectory and work to develop communication across divisional and organisational boundaries.

o Provide specialist nursing advice and psychological support to patients, carers, and health care professionals.

o Acts as a resource and contributes to the education and training of other health care professionals as required.

o Contributes to service development, audit and research projects and helps develops educational packages according to need of care.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job summary

Clinical research helps millions of people live longer and healthier lives.If you want to join this innovative and exciting speciality, then we are offering a unique opportunity to work as a Clinical Research Nurse/Practitioner in Team CARES (Cardiac, Anaesthetics, Respiratory, and Surgical Research) within the Research and Development Department, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. This part-time position is for 15 hours a week and will be mainly supporting the Cardiac and Cardiothoracic team.

The Cares Team predominantly coordinate the Inpatient acute trials along with long term follow up of trials patients. The role involves day-to-day care of participants on clinical studies including screening, recruitment, and follow-up.We offer a friendly, supportive working environment with access to training and professional development and offer a full induction programme with ongoing mentoring. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and support delivery of research and see first-hand the difference it makes to patients' lives.

For further information or if you would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:Lorraine Madziva (Specialist Research Nurse ) [email protected] 01752 432847

or

Julie Alderton (Specialist Research Nurse ) [email protected] 01752 439849

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. S/he will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be accountable for the recruitment, data collection and care of researchparticipants with a focus on providing a quality experience.

The University Hospitals Plymouth Research & Development department is based at Plymouth Science Park across two buildings. Potential candidates need to be aware that there are distances they will need to be able to cover between the buildings and the different research clinics based in the main hospital site.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-AM-CO8241447

Job locations

Research Office, 5 Research Way

Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

PL6 8BT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Have an understanding of the clinical research team work-plan and contribute to its achievement.

2. Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.

3. Collaborate with other Trusts and organisations within the region to improve research delivery.

4. Keep up to date with research management issues through liaison with other Research Specialists /Team leaders and link with national networks.

5. Provide relevant supervision and mentorship to members of staff and students.

6. Take responsibility for own health, safety and security and promote the health, safety and security of the wider team.

7. Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and research policies, procedures and SOPs.

8. Facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team and between the multidisciplinary clinical team.

9. Assist in the delivery of education and training regarding research for the wider Multidisciplinary Team and act as an ambassador for research.

10. Promote a blame free culture in reporting incidents and where appropriate support local investigation of incidents.

11. Support appropriate studies within PHNT/UHP and its partner organisations as appropriate.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Job description Job responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 1. Have an understanding of the clinical research team work-plan and contribute to its achievement. 2. Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies. 3. Collaborate with other Trusts and organisations within the region to improve research delivery. 4. Keep up to date with research management issues through liaison with other Research Specialists /Team leaders and link with national networks. 5. Provide relevant supervision and mentorship to members of staff and students. 6. Take responsibility for own health, safety and security and promote the health, safety and security of the wider team. 7. Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and research policies, procedures and SOPs. 8. Facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team and between the multidisciplinary clinical team. 9. Assist in the delivery of education and training regarding research for the wider Multidisciplinary Team and act as an ambassador for research. 10. Promote a blame free culture in reporting incidents and where appropriate support local investigation of incidents. 11. Support appropriate studies within PHNT/UHP and its partner organisations as appropriate. For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, currently registered with UK regulatory body NMC/HPC

Desirable

• Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Pertinent clinical skills
• Computer literacy including ability to work with databases.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Understand the significance of research and use of validated results to improve practice
• Demonstrable experience with dealing with confidential patient information
• Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT
• Broad and recent clinical demonstrable experience relevant to the post

Desirable

• Proven knowledge of the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Proven knowledge of clinical trials & research methodologies.
• Proven record of meeting targets
• Demonstrable experience of clinical research within the NHS or commercial setting
• Understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work cohesively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, currently registered with UK regulatory body NMC/HPC Desirable Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent) Knowledge & Experience Essential Pertinent clinical skills Computer literacy including ability to work with databases. Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines. Ability to make independent decisions Understand the significance of research and use of validated results to improve practice Demonstrable experience with dealing with confidential patient information Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT Broad and recent clinical demonstrable experience relevant to the post Desirable Proven knowledge of the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines. Proven knowledge of clinical trials & research methodologies. Proven record of meeting targets Demonstrable experience of clinical research within the NHS or commercial setting Understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials. Aptitude & Abilities Essential Ability to work autonomously Ability to work cohesively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Research Office, 5 Research Way

Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

PL6 8BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Research Office, 5 Research Way

Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

PL6 8BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate registered nurse to join our friendly team on Cardiac Intensive Care Unit @ Derriford Hospital. We are a proud team who are able to provide you with experience and skills which will help to enhance your future career opportunities.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

• Under the direction of the Nurse-in-Charge you will co-ordinate and deliver effective quality nursing care for level 1-3 patients within cardiac critical care. This will include assessing the needs, planning, implementing & evaluating the care for this group of patients.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Following a period of Preceptorship take responsibility for the supervision of Health Care Assistants and other learner

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission.

We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate registered nurse to join our friendly team on Cardiac Intensive Care Unit @ Derriford Hospital. We are a proud team who are able to provide you with experience and skills which will help to enhance your future career opportunities.

12 Month Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Main duties of the job

• Under the direction of the Nurse-in-Charge you will co-ordinate and deliver effective quality nursing care for level 1-3 patients within cardiac critical care. This will include assessing the needs, planning, implementing & evaluating the care for this group of patients.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Following a period of Preceptorship take responsibility for the supervision of Health Care Assistants and other learner

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission.

We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.