Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) - FTC 2 years
| Posting date: | 06 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £53,511 to £58,845 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £53,511 - £58,845 inclusive of London Weighting |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2025 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PL/25/311416 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) which is a new post within our Public Health team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.
About you...
Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality research.
As the Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to lead research across the council. You will influence the delivery of better value and improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.
You will increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.
Key responsibilities...
Assess current research capacity and capability within the organisation through engagement, research skills audits and mapping existing research activities.
Build research capability and confidence by supporting senior officers to identify opportunities where research evidence would enhance decision making.
Promote and advocate for robust research practices throughout service or programme development.
Develop a council-wide research strategy, in collaboration with council officers and partners using best practice from other areas.
Lead strategic collaborations with academic institutions, public health networks, voluntary sector organisations, and NHS partners to identify and secure external funding for public health research projects.
Contribute to the national LARP network.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.
About you...
Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality research.
As the Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to lead research across the council. You will influence the delivery of better value and improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.
You will increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.
Key responsibilities...
Assess current research capacity and capability within the organisation through engagement, research skills audits and mapping existing research activities.
Build research capability and confidence by supporting senior officers to identify opportunities where research evidence would enhance decision making.
Promote and advocate for robust research practices throughout service or programme development.
Develop a council-wide research strategy, in collaboration with council officers and partners using best practice from other areas.
Lead strategic collaborations with academic institutions, public health networks, voluntary sector organisations, and NHS partners to identify and secure external funding for public health research projects.
Contribute to the national LARP network.
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