Job Summary
- Motor neurone disease (MND) is a rare neurological condition that causes the degeneration (deterioration and loss of function) of the motor system (the cells and nerves in the brain and spinal cord which control the muscles in our bodies).
- This results in weakness and wasting of the muscles which can result in progressive weakness in the arms, legs, speech and swallowing and sometimes breathing. MND is progressive and symptoms worsen over time. Sadly, MND severely reduces life expectancy and most people with MND die within five years of the onset of symptoms.
- The South West London and Surrey MND Care and Research Network was launched in September 2024 and aims to provide excellent and equitable access to clinical care and research across the regions. The network is lea led by two consultant neurologists with an interested in MND.
- Clinical research and clinical trials are vital to improve the treatment options for people living with MND. At St Georges we are supported by a band 7 lead neurology nurse and two band 6 MND research practitioners and are currently actively recruiting to a number of clinical trials.
- The focus of this role is to ensure all people living with MND in South West London and Surrey have the opportunity to discuss clinical research with a knowledgeable practitioner who can also support our regional network of health care professional providing clinical care to people living with MND in the region.
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.
Collaborateeffectively with the MND Association to support the strategic development and growth of the Research Nurse Network.
Oversee and support clinical trials and research effortsaimed at improving outcomes for people living with MND, playing a pivotal role in facilitating high-quality research and trial execution.
Conduct assessments and ongoing monitoringfor people living with MND (plwMND) as they enter and participate in research, ensuring thorough, compassionate care and rigorous data collection.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsto ensure studies are conducted smoothly and in full compliance with protocols, legislation, and relevant guidelines.
Maintain and manage clinical study databasesfor plwMND, ensuring accuracy and currency of all research data to support impactful findings.
Serve as an expert resourcefor patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, offering information and support on MND research and clinical trials.
Handle additional responsibilitiesessential to the efficient operation of MND research and trial initiatives, contributing to the effective management and execution of all related tasks.
About Us
St. George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one oft he UK's largest healthcare organisations and has recently integrated with Community Services Wandsworth. The Trust shares it's main hospital site in south west London with St. George's University of London and is linked to Kingston Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences. St. George's has an established national and international reputation as a leading hospital for specialist careincluding neuroscience, cardiac care, stroke and cancer. We provide excellent local care to the residents of Wandsworth and regional care as both, a hyper-acute stroke unit and trauma centre.
As well as acute hospital services, St. George's provides a wide variety of specialist and community hospital-based care and a full range of community services to children, adults, older people and people with learning disabilities. These services are provided from St George's Hospital, Tooting, Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, 11 health centres and clinics, schools and nurseries, patients' homes and Wandsworth Prison.
We employ over 8,000 staff have an annual income of £560m, around 1,100 beds and we serve a population of 1.3 million across south west London.We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the Trust - being excellent, kind, responsible and respectful - and behave in a way that reflects these.
Details
Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inc HCAS (pro-rata)
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-7235907-GO-LP
Job locations
St Georges Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NMC Level 1 or above Registered Nurse
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Mentorship or equivalent teaching qualification
Desirable
- Masters (MSc) or equivalent in a health related subject, or working towards
Essential
- An advanced practitioner either through formal qualification (as above) and/or extensive clinical experience in neurology
- Evidence of leadership roles & skills
- Ability to build up a rapport with patients and the MDT
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Autonomous practitioner
- Basic Counselling skills
- Project management skills
Desirable
- To have proven experience of service development
- Significant clinical experience in supporting, delivering and leading clinical research within health and care
Person Specification
Essential
- An advanced practitioner either through formal qualification (as above) and/or extensive clinical experience in neurology
- Evidence of leadership roles & skills
- Ability to build up a rapport with patients and the MDT
- Demonstrable leadership skills
- Autonomous practitioner
- Basic Counselling skills
- Project management skills
Desirable
- To have proven experience of service development
- Significant clinical experience in supporting, delivering and leading clinical research within health and care
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.
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.
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
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Employer's website
https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Employer's website
https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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