Job Description

Fixed Term:

12 months | Full-time (or minimum 30 hrs per week)



Sheffield Children's Research & Innovation Care Group is a vibrant and forward-thinking team, supporting over 320 paediatric research projects annually. As hosts of both an NIHR Commercial Research Delivery Centre and a Health Tech Research Centre, we are at the forefront of innovation and evidence-based care for children and young people.



We are excited to welcome a Research Administrator to our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to help support clinical research and innovation.

We're looking for someone with:

Administrative and typing experience



Strong organisational skills and attention to detail



Experience working with Microsoft Office and database systems



Minute-taking and diary management skills



Why join us? You'll be part of a supportive team with access to excellent professional development opportunities. We value flexibility, collaboration, and a passion for improving care through research.



Reporting into the R&I Management, your responsibilities will include:



Provide high-quality administrative support to the Directors and wider R&I team



Manage research application processes



Communicate with internal and external partners



Maintain and analyse research databases



Support website updates and servicing meetings

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear:

to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.



We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.



We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.



Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.



As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.



We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.



For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.



Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is 12.60 per hour.



Diversity Statement



At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.



Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.



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