Total 50 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in London, WC1N 3JH

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic nurse leader to lead and manage the Vaccine and Trials Team and Infection Research Team.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours per week) and is a one year fixed-term contract that can be applied to as a secondment.

The successful candidate will be an expert research nurse with proven leadership skills, flexibility and excellent organisational skills. You will be supported by Head of research Workforce, R&D leads and leaders within the directorate as well a network of Research Matrons and Managers.

The post holder will lead and line manage 2 research teams, one in the Directorate of Infection and the other is the Vaccine and Trials Team within the Directorate of Research and Development.

Duties include:
• Visible professional and clinical leadership for clinical research delivery staff.
• Ensuring the highest standard of patient care, good clinical practice standards
• Ensuring excellent performance on delivery of whole research portfolio
• Being an expert resource and facilitator for researchers and the research delivery teams

Please see job description for detailed information on duties.

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best-known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are among the UK’s busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and – as part of King’s Health Partners – we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.

We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.

Please see the attached job description for a detailed description of the clinical, managerial, governance, professional, research and education aspects of the role


This advert closes on Sunday 1 Dec 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

Further to the duties and responsibilities listed within the Main Pay Scale Job Description for all teachers at the School, and initially, the post holder is responsible to the Head of Faculty/Department/Leadership Group Line Manager/Headteacher and any other designated Line Manager(s) for the following:

• Assist in ensuring a high quality of teaching and learning which meets the needs of all students
• Teaching throughout the age and ability range as directed, including at Sixth Form level
• Promote student’s interest in and commitment to the subject and help further grow the popularity of Computer Science.
• Implementing whole school policies (including equal opportunities, health and safety and security)
• Assist, as a team, identifying underachievement and praising good work and effort
• Implementing the policies of the Department (including assessment); help, as a team, to continuously develop the Department
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date attendance, punctuality and assessment records for all teaching groups
• Contributing to the general development of the Department; keeping abreast of relevant curriculum developments and assisting in their successful implementation where appropriate to the School/Department’s Development Plan
• Supporting links with Feeder Primary Schools and with colleges of Further and Higher education
• Participate in lesson observation and scrutiny of work
• Supporting subject related pupil activities (such as educational visits)
• General assistance with the administration of the Department
• Maintain high standards of classroom management order and discipline

What the school offers its staff

Free On-site Parking

StaffTea / Coffee

Monthly StaffTreats

New Starter Tea Party

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Local Government / TeachersPension Scheme

Blue Light Card Discount

Flu Jab Vouchers

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Social Events:Christmas Lunch &Summer BBQ

Commitment to Continued Professional Development

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

ABOUT US

COLAT is driven by the ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional leaders create exceptional schools; they transform lives and shape the future of every student.

COLAT currently oversees six secondary academies, three primary academies and one sixth form centre all located in north, south and east London. We combine the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within this evolving Trust.

ABOUT THE ROLE

City of London Academies Trust (COLAT) is seeking to appoint a Science Teacher and Deputy Head of Year for January 2025. You will be an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or a newly qualified teacher. You must be able to teach Science (all disciplines) up to KS4. It would be highly advantageous if you can teach Science up to KS5.

For the Deputy Head of Year position you will work alongside the current Head of Year. You will assist and support the Head of Year who is a pastoral or teaching member of staff. You will have great interpersonal skills as you will be an initial contact for students to provide general support or who raise concerns. You will also communicate with parents/carers regarding organisational, behavioural or attendance concerns. You should have excellent IT skills, be well organised and a team player.

You will have the ability to build effective relationships with students and deal with challenges whilst maintaining positivity and professionalism. You will have knowledge of current policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding. You must also be willing to undertake further training.


ABOUT YOU

You will be an experienced and outstanding teacher or a new teacher starting your teaching career. You must have experience teaching Science up to KS4. You will have great behaviour management strategies and you will also have excellent organisation and communication skills to liaise with students, staff, parents and external organisations. If you can teach other subjects please highlight this in your application.

If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words.

Applications must be submitted via the TES portal on the following link:https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/-1084149

If you require any other details, or would like an informal discussion, please contact enquiries@highgatehill.cola.org.uk or hr@highgatehill.cola.org.uk

Closing date for applications 10.00am Friday 6 December 2024

We plan for interviews to take place on Friday 13 December 2024

What the school offers its staff

City of London Academy Highgate Hill, opened as a mixed, all-ability, non-denominational academy in September 2017, and is housed in a lovely building with excellent facilities for students, staff and the community. With the support of our enthusiastic students, diligent staff, supportive parents and cohesive governing body, we strive to provide a calm and purposeful learning environment underpinned by high expectations. City of London Academy Highgate Hill is basedin the heart of an evolving community in Islington, and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

Commitment to safeguarding

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

What skills and experience we're looking for

ABOUT US

COLAT is driven by the ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional leaders create exceptional schools; they transform lives and shape the future of every student.

COLAT currently oversees six secondary academies, three primary academies and one sixth form centre all located in north, south and east London. We combine the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within this evolving Trust.

ABOUT THE ROLE

City of London Academies Trust (COLAT) is seeking to appoint a Science Teacher for January 2025. You will be an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or a newly qualified teacher. You must be able to teach Science (all disciplines) up to KS4. It would be highly advantageous if you can teach Science up to KS5.

ABOUT YOU

You will be an experienced and outstanding teacher or a new teacher starting your teaching career. You must have experience teaching Science up to KS4. You will have great behaviour management strategies and you will also have excellent organisation and communication skills to liaise with students, staff, parents and external organisations. If you can teach other subjects please highlight this in your application.

If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words.

Applications must be submitted via the TES portal on the following link:https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/-1084149

If you require any other details, or would like an informal discussion, please contact enquiries@highgatehill.cola.org.uk or hr@highgatehill.cola.org.uk

Closing date for applications 10.00am Friday 6 December 2024

We plan for interviews to take place on Friday 13 December 2024.

What the school offers its staff

City of London Academy Highgate Hill, opened as a mixed, all-ability, non-denominational academy in September 2017, and is housed in a lovely building with excellent facilities for students, staff and the community. With the support of our enthusiastic students, diligent staff, supportive parents and cohesive governing body, we strive to provide a calm and purposeful learning environment underpinned by high expectations. City of London Academy Highgate Hill is basedin the heart of an evolving community in Islington, and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

Commitment to safeguarding

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

This medical retina clinical and research fellowship in Moorfields offers a unique experience for aspiring medical retina specialists to obtain the experience and knowledge in managing complex medical retina, genetics and uveitis cases essential for taking up a future consultant post. It also offers the opportunity to participate and be an investigator in exciting clinical trials including multi-centre and multi-national studies.

In this post as a medical retina clinical and research fellow in Moorfields Eye Hospital, you will spend half your time in the medical retina, uveitis and genetics clinics managing complex cases under the guidance and tutelage of senior consultants and the other half within the R&D department working within the clinical research facility as an investigator in numerous clinical trials.

The applicant should have completed their ophthalmology training locally and is seeking fellowship training in medical retina.

Ability to manage common medical retina pathology with experience in retinal laser treatment and intravitreal injection is required.

Applicants are required to be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a License to Practice.



Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education.

We have a reputation, developed over two centuries, for providing the highest quality of ophthalmic care. Our 2,300 staff are committed to
sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments in ophthalmology.

Moorfields has contracts with more than 80 primary care trusts across the
country, making us a truly national centre for eye care. We have recently completed the development for our 10-year clinical strategy –
Our Vision of Excellence, which continues to develop our networked model of service delivery for hospital and community based care.

Thepost-holderwillbeexpectedto:

· Collectgeneticandclinicaldata(includinghistory,examinationfindings,anyinvestigations)and collate in custom-designed databases.

· Workcollaborativelywithothermembersoftheresearchteamandclinicalcolleagues.

· Recruitandco-ordinatepatientsfor studies and clinical trials

· Organise,maintainandanalyseprojectdata

· Responsibilityforclinicaldatamanagementandliaisonwiththeleadinvestigator

· Participateinweeklylaboratorymeetings

· Activeparticipationinotherongoingresearchprojects

· Achievegoals,agreedindiscussionswiththeirlinemanager

· Presenttheresultsoftheprojectinnationalandinternationalmeetings

· Preparetheresultsof theprojectforpublication

· Performanyotherdutieswithinthescope,spiritandpurposeofthepost,thetitleofthepost and its grading as requested by their line manager

· Undertakepatientandpublicinvolvementexercisestopromotethediseaseandtheresearch






This advert closes on Thursday 5 Dec 2024

This medical retina clinical and research fellowship in Moorfields offers a unique experience for aspiring medical retina specialists to obtain the experience and knowledge in managing complex medical retina, genetics and uveitis cases essential for taking up a future consultant post. It also offers the opportunity to participate and be an investigator in exciting clinical trials including multi-centre and multi-national studies.

In this post as a medical retina clinical and research fellow in Moorfields Eye Hospital, you will spend half your time in the medical retina, uveitis and genetics clinics managing complex cases under the guidance and tutelage of senior consultants and the other half within the R&D department working within the clinical research facility as an investigator in numerous clinical trials.

The applicant should have completed their ophthalmology training locally and is seeking fellowship training in medical retina.

Ability to manage common medical retina pathology with experience in retinal laser treatment and intravitreal injection is required.

Applicants are required to be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a License to Practice.



Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education.

We have a reputation, developed over two centuries, for providing the highest quality of ophthalmic care. Our 2,300 staff are committed to
sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments in ophthalmology.

Moorfields has contracts with more than 80 primary care trusts across the
country, making us a truly national centre for eye care. We have recently completed the development for our 10-year clinical strategy –
Our Vision of Excellence, which continues to develop our networked model of service delivery for hospital and community based care.

Thepost-holderwillbeexpectedto:

· Collectgeneticandclinicaldata(includinghistory,examinationfindings,anyinvestigations)and collate in custom-designed databases.

· Workcollaborativelywithothermembersoftheresearchteamandclinicalcolleagues.

· Recruitandco-ordinatepatientsfor studies and clinical trials

· Organise,maintainandanalyseprojectdata

· Responsibilityforclinicaldatamanagementandliaisonwiththeleadinvestigator

· Participateinweeklylaboratorymeetings

· Activeparticipationinotherongoingresearchprojects

· Achievegoals,agreedindiscussionswiththeirlinemanager

· Presenttheresultsoftheprojectinnationalandinternationalmeetings

· Preparetheresultsof theprojectforpublication

· Performanyotherdutieswithinthescope,spiritandpurposeofthepost,thetitleofthepost and its grading as requested by their line manager

· Undertakepatientandpublicinvolvementexercisestopromotethediseaseandtheresearch




This advert closes on Thursday 5 Dec 2024

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust *In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust *In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


University College London Hospitals (UCLH) undertakes world-class research across many specialities including early phase, cancer, haematology, and neurology. As a senior research pharmacy technician (or Science Manufacturing Technician) you will be part of the pharmacy clinical trials team facilitating this research. Your key role is to set up new studies, maintain current and historical studies, and oversee the storage and receipt of clinical trials medicines. You will also be an important part of the team providing a high-quality dispensary service to our patients.


The postholder will acquire a broad overview of injectable research medicines, research delivery, dispensary management, and research governance, therefore would suit anyone with an interest in these areas. Prior experience of clinical trials or hospital pharmacy is desirable but not required.

Ideally you will be a GPhC registered pharmacy technician with 1-2 years’ experience although all training and support will be provided by our supportive team including our education & training lead. Those wishing to enrol on formal training courses can do so via external (on application) and in-house learning & development programmes.
There are many reasons to join UCLH; including staff discounts, at least 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) and flexible working opportunities.

The post-holder is responsible for the set-up of clinical trials run at UCLH and must oversee the accurate receipt of medicines from clinical trial sponsors (who supply the medicines), and storage of those medicines in a way that is safe, traceable, and accountable. They will be supported by pharmacy assistants with dispensing of medicines for clinical trial use and have direct face to face contact with patients enquiring about our services.


The core skills required include an attention to detail, good organisation skills, computer skills and good communications skills.
They will support the Principal Pharmacy Technician – Research and Clinical Trials in meeting objectives towards maintaining and developing the pharmacy clinical trial service across the Trust.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.


We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street


We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological,gastrointestinaland oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclearmedicineand pathology.


We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.


For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.


Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*


UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust


*In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.


UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second yearrunning!University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.



This advert closes on Thursday 28 Nov 2024

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Senior Research & Evaluation Officer

Morgan Hunt is partnered with a National Children's charity in their search for a Senior Research & Evaluation Officer to lead impactful research projects that improve the lives of children and families.

In this role you will use your research expertise to drive positive change. You'll manage impactful projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure children's voices inform our work to prevent abuse and support those affected.

Salary: £41,500

Contract: Permanent - 35 Hours a week

Location: Remote or Hybrid from London office (London weighting allowance)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Research Projects: Design and deliver high-quality research projects, including evaluations, using robust quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Collaborate & Advise: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to clarify research objectives, build research capacity, and promote evidence-informed practice.
• Disseminate Findings: Produce accessible reports and presentations, sharing learning through conferences, seminars, and other events.
• Champion Children's Voices: Ensure children's experiences and perspectives are central to research activities.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience managing applied social research projects, including evaluations.
• Experience in designing and conducting research with children and young people.
• Experience of analysing and interpreting complex datasets to inform decision-making.
• Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative methodologies and research ethics.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

What skills and experience we're looking for

About you

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Hold the relevant Computing/ICT qualification (PGCE, B. Ed or BA Hons) with UK Qualified Teaching Status (QTS/QTLS).
• Be a confident communicator, alongside excellent behaviour management, and can build good rapport with students and fellow staff.
• Deliver exciting and engaging Computing/ICT lessons using your own initiative and have a good knowledge of the national curriculum.
• To monitor and evaluate the progress of pupils’ learning in the subject
• To follow school departmental policies for the assessing, recording and reporting of pupil achievement using these to set achievable targets for further improvement in the subject across the range of abilities
• To create and maintain a stimulating learning environment for the learning of Computer Science and to have a significant input into the development of Computer Science teaching in the school.
• To ensure levels of discipline conducive to learning
• To work as part of a team in the teaching organisation and administration of the department

What the school offers its staff

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

§ Competitive salary

§ At least eight INSET days per year

§ Enhanced contributory local government pension scheme

§ Enhanced occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family

§ Competitive and enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

§ Over 250 employee exclusive benefits through our partners Perkbox, including access to wellbeing resources, discounted cinema tickets, holidays and gym memberships, car leasing and Cycle2work schemes

Further details about the role

Safeguarding

Holland Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment as well as to provide photographic ID and evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

References will be sought prior to interview.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

A Vacancy at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

• This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse or practitioner, with experience in clinical research to join our Neurology Research team.
• The clinical research nurse/practitioner will play a key role in the delivery of clinical research at St. George’s Hospital, developing and creating robust systems and processes to enable clinical research to run smoothly, efficiently and whilst ensuring the highest of standards are maintained.
• The post holder will mainly be responsible for the trial portfolio and other neurology specialities may be included according to the needs of service.
• This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team to further develop and deliver high quality research in Neurology.
• Previous experience in this speciality will be of value to the applicant.
• The post holder will have their own caseload of studies to co-ordinate, with the support of senior staff.
• This role involves liaison with Principal Investigators and other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality data collection and clinical care, with a commitment to participant safety and welfare.
• We would be happy to facilitate informal visits or answer enquiries regarding the post.
• The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of an agreed clinical research portfolio at St George’s Hospital.
• The post holder will work collaboratively with the research teams and wider multidisciplinary team in the management of their own caseload of clinical trials patients and be accountable for the achievement of local and national targets in relation to the service.
• Responsibilities include: facilitating study set-up; identifying suitable patients through the process of MDT’s/screening notes; collecting data; interviewing; supporting and monitoring patients and data entry.
• The post holder will also be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients advocate.
• The post holder must also be willing to move to different clinical specialties within the remit of their qualifications and where the need to do so is identified
• Please note that the advert may close early if number applicants cap is reached
• Interview date will take place 16th December 2024. Most probably between 9am until 1pm. TBC.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.




This advert closes on Friday 6 Dec 2024

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Detailed job description and person specification can be found in the attached documents accompanying this advert.

"The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires."

Do you have the best experience teaching Science?

Could you thrive in an environment where every lesson makes a meaningful impact?

Do you have QTS/QTLS?

Randstad Education is looking for a Head of Science in a reputed School in Romford for a full-time permanent role.

About School

The school is well known for its direction and support, making sure that every student has access to a high degree of structure and individualised growth. It is a school that prioritises values and instils a strong feeling of accountability among its students. To help its students grow into self-assured, compassionate, and influential global citizens, they foster a love of lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and model high-quality Science lessons.
• Enhance student's access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Develop, manage, and evaluate the Science Department across all school sites.
• Collaborate with other specialist agencies to contribute to the development of the school.
• Regularly monitor and support Science across all sites.

Requirements

• Must Hold QTS/QTLS
• Passionate about Science and committed to outstanding education, especially for children with challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of complex needs and experience in social and emotional health difficulties.
• Outstanding teaching practitioner who can inspire students and colleagues.
• Creative in designing and delivering a rigorous, academic curriculum.
• Belief in every student's ability to succeed.
• Flexibility, strategic thinking, and resilience.
• Excellent organisational and ICT skills.
• Enthusiasm for Science and the ability to share this passion with students and the team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development for self and team.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• A dedicated and friendly consultant who will provide ongoing support
• Refer a Friend scheme where you could have the chance to earn a £300 Love2shop voucher
• Valuable experience in an Alternative Provision setting.
• A rewarding and vibrant team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and interdepartmental work.
• Inclusion in the School Well-being strategy.

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken prior to working in any schools.

If you are interested in this opportunity please use the apply button and if you have the relevant experience one of the team will be in touch.

No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Randstad Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community.

The post holder will work closely with the principal investigator, clinical and research teams to co-ordinate and deliver research within the Paediatric Clinical Trials unit, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at Moorfields Eye Hospital. The post holder will deliver a high standard of clinical care and be able to work as an independent autonomous practitioner. Research specific duties, include: To be responsible for co-ordinating and delivering research trial within the Paediatric Clinical Trials unit, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at Moorfields Eye Hospital and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology. Undertake the screening, identification and recruitment of eligible participants to relevant trials according to trial protocol and organisation SOPs. Provide relevant information to prospective participants and taking of informed consent (and assent where appropriate). Deliver a high standard of clinical care, while adhering to research protocol, for all patients eligible for and recruited to clinical trials. Adhere to the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Manage the clinical trial documentation including maintenance of site file(s). Provide orthoptic support, where necessary, to clinical trials within Moorfields Clinical Research Facility. Act as research contact regarding paediatric clinical trials for both patients and the wider clinical team. Maintain good and open communication with the clinical team to facilitate the identification and recruitment of potentially eligible participants. Maintain accurate and detailed record keeping in format adhering to trial protocol and local SOPs. Present research findings at relevant scientific meetings. Provide orthoptic input to the development of protocols and grant applications. Network with other researchers and build collaboration. Facilitate effective communication or research study information with all relevant research team. Have a high level of computer literacy and basic programming. Support orthoptists and other members of the clinical team in their roles in clinical research studies. Support and encouraging engagement with clinical research. Provide discharge and follow-up advice.