Research Assistant

The Research Assistant will support Richard Keagan-Bull, a researcher with a learning disability, to work on the co-production part of the LeDeR programme (reviews of deaths of people with learning disabilities in England), to make the information accessible to people with learning disabilities. The role is to work alongside the researcher to help him think through difficult topics, give both practical and moral support, help him read and respond to emails, support him in planning his diary, help with producing and sending out easy-read agendas and other materials, support him in attending meetings and giving presentations, as well as other support tasks that may arise.

The Person

The post holder is a health/social care worker with experience of supporting people with learning disabilities and an interest in research. They will have excellent communication skills with a track record of communicating and engaging well with people with learning disabilities. This includes skills in easy-read written communication. They will demonstrate flair, flexibility, enthusiasm, and innovation when faced with challenges. They need to be able and willing to think and talk about difficult issues, including end-of-life, death and bereavement.

The Faculty

School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health

Our people are passionate about developing nurses for the future, in each of the four fields of nursing – adult, child, learning disability and mental health.

We support our students to ensure they get the skills and knowledge they need to make a lasting impact on society.

We also have access to industry-leading research for nursing and health professions.

Further information

This is a part time (4 hours per week, usually worked as three 6-hour days, 10am-4pm on Tuesdays), fixed term position for 18 months with a starting salary of £3,146.88 per annum (10.81% pro rata of £29,071 per annum).

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 9 April 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Irene Tuffrey-Wijne.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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