THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF PSYCHIATRISTS
17 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PG
Tel. 020 7235 2351 Fax 020 7245 1231
INFORMATION PACK
Job title
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWER - NCCMH
for the development of a systematic review on the treatment of tics in
children with Tourette‘s Syndrome.
£32,275 - £34,575
(1-Year Fixed Term Contract)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
In order to apply, please submit the following to the Human Resources
Team, Royal College of Psychiatrists, 17 Belgrave Square, London
SW1X 8PG or email hr@rcpsych.ac.uk
1.
Covering letter, briefly stating how your skills and experience are
relevant to this post;
2.
Full curriculum vitae;
3.
Candidate information form;
4.
Diversity monitoring form.
The closing date for applications is Monday 6 February 2012
Please note that applications received after this date will not be
considered.
Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent out,
only shortlisted candidates will be contacted in writing.
Interview date: Friday 10 February 2012
Candidate Information and Guidance
At the College we ensure that our recruitment process is objective and
focussed on your ability to do the job. We want high quality, talented
individuals to join our organisation and we assess this though your
Candidate Information form, CV and your covering letter. This is also
carried out through the testing and the interview process.
The main purpose of your application is to move you to the testing and
interview stage of the process where we get to meet you face to face.
This Candidate Information and Guidance is designed to help give
you the best opportunity to submit a successful application.
The Recruitment Pack contains the following important information:
1.
Job Description and Person Specification
The Job Description describes the key responsibilities, duties and
scope of the position. The Person Specification outlines the key
skills, experience and qualifications that is required to carry out this
role. Your Candidate Information and your covering letter should
demonstrate how your ability and experience will enable you to deliver
what is required to do the job.
Your Application
We believe that past performance is the best indicator of future
success and our recruitment process is designed to provide you with
the opportunity to tell us about your achievements, the things you are
most proud of and to show us how these experiences make you the
best person for the job.
You will need to apply to us using our standard Candidate Information
form, CV and attaching a covering letter.
These are a few important points that you should remember:
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Read the job description and person specification
carefully – be clear about what the role is and about
what we are looking for
Keep your Candidate Information and covering letter
relevant to the job that you are applying for
Be clear and concise
Sell your skills
Highlight your achievements – tell us what you have
done
How to Apply
You can only apply to the College for this position via the Candidate
Information Form attaching your CV with a covering letter.
Submitting an Candidate Information Form
Our Candidate Information form is designed to help you provide all the
information that we need to help us shortlist applicants for interview
with your attached CV and covering letter.
You must ensure that all the sections of the Candidate Information
form are completed. Make sure that your Candidate Information and
covering letter is relevant to the role that you are applying for.
Read the job description and specification and demonstrate to us that
you are able to meet the needs of the role. If you need to, provide
additional information on a separate sheet.
What happens next?
 Short listing
After the closing date we will shortlist all Candidate Information forms,
CVs and covering letters. The short listing process will assess your
Candidate Information against the contents of the Person
Specification. We aim to hopefully complete this exercise and inform
successful candidates within 5 working days of the closing date.
If successful, use your time effectively to prepare for the next part of
the process:
Learn as much as you can about College; visit our website
(www.rcpsych.ac.uk).
Research the position and list the skills and experience sought
and match these to your own experiences.
Consider questions we are likely to ask and prepare your
responses – think of examples to demonstrate your experience and
ability.
Prepare a list of questions you would like to ask.
 Assessments
To assist in the selection process, candidates short listed for interview
will also be required to undergo an assessment as part of the interview
process. This will usually take place on the same day as the interview
but in some cases a separate assessment day will be necessary.
The type of assessment depends on the role and the particular skills
that we want to test. We use a variety of methods including case
scenarios, presentations etc.
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The Interview
The interview process is an opportunity for you to highlight your skills and
experiences and to demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job.
Interview panels will usually consist of two or three people that have a
direct interest in the role, for example the line manager of the
position, another senior member and a member of the HR team.
All candidates are asked the same core questions designed to test
whether you have the experience, skills and attitude to deliver the
requirements of the job and be an asset to College. Often
supplementary questions will be asked to ensure that we get all the
information we need to make the right decision.
We want you to give the best interview you can so if you require
special facilities (e.g. a signer) you should inform us prior to the
interview.
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Contact and Feedback
We aim to let all candidates know the result of their interview as
quickly as possible, normally within 5 working days.
We will keep the details of all ‘reserve’ candidates on file for up to six
months and will contact you directly should a similar vacancy arise.
Remember that your Candidate Information, CV and covering letter is
the only thing that we will use to shortlist applicants for interview so
take your time in preparing, proof-read your Candidate Information
and covering letter before you submit it and sell yourself to us.
We look forward to receiving your application.
JOB DESCRIPTION
THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF PSYCHIATRISTS
JOB TITLE:
Systematic Reviewer
1-year fixed term contract
DEPARTMENT:
National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health
(NCCMH)
RESPONSIBLE TO:
NCCMH Director (Associate Director NCCMH
day to day)
PROFESSIONAL
SUPPORT FROM:
SALARY SCALE:
Senior Systematic Reviewer
D £32,275 - £34,575
BACKGROUND
The National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health (NCCMH), a
partnership between the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the British
Psychological Society, is primarily commissioned by the National
Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) to develop evidence
based clinical practice mental health guidelines for the NHS. In
addition to this it also carries out grant funded systematic reviews.
JOB PURPOSE
The NCCMH have been funded by the Health Technology Assessment
(HTA) Programme to carry out a systematic review in conjunction with
Nottingham University, on the treatment of tics in children with
Tourette‘s syndrome.
The Systematic Reviewer will be responsible for collating existing
reviews and conducting new reviews over a period of several months,
presenting findings to appointed experts at regular intervals. This will
be followed by the writing up the review and preparation for final
publication. The systematic reviewer will be based at the Royal College
of Psychiatrists, working closely with the Director and project
manager. There will be in close communication with key staff at
Nottingham University including the research assistant who will
support the review. There will be the opportunity to be considered for
an honorary position at UCL with access to a full range of academic
facilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.
Complete the designated systematic review to all agreed
deadlines, utilising a range of quantitative and quantitative
methods and following the process used at the NCCMH which will
be primarily based upon NICE guideline development processes.
2.
Generate specified evidence upon which to base findings and
evidence-based recommendations.
3.
Contribute to the writing of the final report as well as papers for
publication in peer review journals if appropriate.
4.
Attend and contribute to relevant team and steering group
meetings, presenting review to the steering group of researchers,
clinicians, service users and carers.
5.
Work collaboratively with other reviewers and health economists
within in the team where relevant, to achieve robust review
processes and provide support and supervision to research
assistants working on the project if needed.
6.
Participate in the planning and delivery of other aspects of NCCMH
work, if required.
7.
Undertake any other duties related to the job purpose and which
may be necessary in the development of the NCCMH‘s work, as
required by the Directors of the NCCMH.
8.
Carry out all duties in a safe and proper manner in accordance
with the College’s Health and Safety Policy.
9.
Undertake all duties in line with the College’s values, policies,
procedures and regulations ensuring that the work undertaken
actively promotes equality, diversity and non-discrimination.
This job description is not exhaustive and is subject to change
in accordance with the business need of the College.
Date of Review of JD:
Signed: ________________________________________
Name (in caps): __________________________________
Date: __________________________________________
THE Royal College of Psychiatrists
PERSON SPECIFICATION
This is a specification of the qualifications, experience, skills,
knowledge and abilities that are required to effectively carry out the
responsibilities of the post (as outlined in the job description) and
forms the basis for selecting a candidate.
ESSENTIAL
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Excellent degree qualification in a relevant field
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Ability to produce systematic reviews to tight deadlines
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Knowledge of evidence based medicine
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Good presentational skills
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Proven ability to write research/development reports to a high
standard
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Ability to work as part of small multi-disciplinary groups.
DESIRABLE
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Knowledge of a range of the quantitative and qualitative
methods required for systematic reviews including critical
appraisal, search strategies and meta-analytic techniques
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Experience of mental health review work
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Knowledge and experience of Tourette‘s syndrome
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Working knowledge of the stages of developing a complex
systematic review or guideline and of how the stages relate to
each other
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An understanding of how to generate evidence-based guideline
recommendations
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Experience of undertaking consultation exercises involving
stakeholders in health and social care
Dec 2011
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWER - NCCMH
CURRENT PROVISIONS
Contract
1-Year Fixed Term Contract
Salary
£32,275 -£34,575
Hours
35 hours per week
Probationary Period 6 months
Notice period
12 weeks
Holiday
28 days annual leave (including 8 Public
Holidays). In addition to this the College has a
few College closure days
Pension
Contributory. The eligibility requirement is 3
months’ service for all staff
References
All College appointments are subject to receipt
of satisfactory references
Retirement age
N/A
Location
The College Research Unit is located on the 4th
Floor, Standon House, 21 Mansell Street,
London E1 8AA.
Nearest underground stations are Algate and
Algate East. The College is a non-smoking
environment.
THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF PSYCHIATRISTS
TOTAL REWARD STATEMENT
BENEFITS (PER ANNUM)
Based on an example
annual income of:
Pension (10%/5% employer
contribution if a member)
Life Assurance (if member
of pension scheme)
£15,000
£20,000
£25,000
£1,500/
£750
£2,000 /
£1,000
£2,500/
£1,250
4/2 times annual salary on death in service
INTEREST FREE
season ticket loan
(If borrowed £1,200
at commercial rates)
£230
£230
£230
Holidays
20, 22.5 or 25 days paid per annum, dependent on service (pro rata).
Annual leave entitlement includes below Bank Holidays.
Bank Holidays
10 days paid per annum (includes 8 public holidays plus 2
discretionary College days) (pro rata)
Christmas Closure Variable number of days usually paid in addition to above
Sick Pay
Ranging from 1 month’s full pay/2 months’ half pay to 6 months’ full
pay/6 months’ half pay dependent on years of service (pro rata)
Paternity Leave
Maternity Leave/Pay
10 days’ paid
Statutory leave and pay with some enhanced features
Compassionate Leave
Up to 3 days paid in certain circumstances
Permanent Health Insurance
(if on an open ended contract) 75% of salary due to permanent sickness
absence
coffee, filtered water
Free
The Royal College of Psychiatrists
Candidate Information Form
17 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8PG
Tel: 020 7235 2351 Fax: 020 7245 1231
Please complete this form in block capitals, and then return it, together with
your curriculum vitae, covering letter and the completed Diversity Monitoring
Form, to the Human Resources Team at the above address or email it to
hr@rcpsych.ac.uk
Position applied for: SYSTEMATIC REVIEWER - NCCMH
PERSONAL DETAILS
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Address: __________________________
Title(Mr.Mrs,etc)_________________
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EMPLOYMENT RECORD
Present/Last employment
Employer’s name:__________________________ Position held:_____________________
Address:________________________________
Date appointed:___________________
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Notice Period:____________________
Work telephone no:______________________
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REFERENCES
Please include your current or most recent employer, and a previous employer.
Relatives may not be given as referees. The College will contact referees once a
conditional offer of employment has been made and accepted.
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Job Title: ____________________________
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Address:__________________________
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
List an List any additional information you would like us to consider in connection with your application
HEALTH
Do you have any particular requirements at interview or in the workplace arising from any
disabilities?
Note: A disability or health problem does not preclude full consideration for the job and
applications from suitable individuals with disabilities are welcome. This information helps us to
make any necessary reasonable adjustments required for the interview or in role, if successful.
MISCELLANEOUS
Where did you see the advertisement? _______________________________
Have you applied to the College before
Are you legally entitled to work in the UK?
(proof will be required if successful)
Yes
Yes
No If yes when? _______________
No
PREVIOUS CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS
Details of any criminal convictions which are not spent :
Note: You are not required to provide details of any previous criminal convictions which are
spent under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A spent or non spent
conviction does not preclude full consideration for the job and applications from suitable
individuals with spent or non spent convictions are welcome.
The information you have supplied in connection with your application will be kept in strict
confidence and will be subject to the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 .
I consent to the processing by the College of the information contained in this form and any
related forms, by any means, for the purposes of my application and possible employment with
the College.
I understand and agree that any misrepresentation by me on this Application Form and/or any
other information I have supplied in connection with my application will be sufficient cause for
cancellation of the application and/or termination from the College's service if I have been
employed. The College reserves the right to verify information and seek information from other
sources.
I give the College the right to investigate all references and to secure additional job related
information about me. I hereby release from liability the College and its representatives for
seeking such information and all other persons, corporations or organisations for furnishing such
information.
Signature of Applicant :
Date:
DIVERSITY MONITORING FORM
The Royal College of Psychiatrists is committed to the active promotion of equal opportunities
in employment. One aim of this policy is to make sure that applicants for jobs are not
discriminated against.
To monitor if this policy is working, we need to collect information about people applying for
jobs, and we would be very grateful if you would fill in and return this form. The information
you give will be treated as strictly confidential and is subject to the provisions of the Data
Protection Act 1998. It will not be used at any stage of the selection process.
Position applied for:
SYSTEMATIC REVIEWER - NCCMH
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Male
2. DISABILITY (please tick)
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3. DATE OF BIRTH______________________
4. WHAT IS YOUR ETHNIC ORIGIN? Choose ONE section from A to F, then tick the
appropriate line to indicate your background. This is to comply with the Race Relations (Amendment)
Act 2000 and are the categories used in the 2001 Census.
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C. CHINESE
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Thank you for your help in completing this form. Please return it with your
application. By completing this form, I consent to the processing by the
College of the information contained in this form, by any means, for
the purposes of my employment with the College. (See signature on the
Candidate Information Form.)
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A JOB APPLICATION FORM
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Royal College of Psychiatrists
About the College
What we do
The Royal College of Psychiatrists is the professional and educational body for psychiatrists in
the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. We aim to:
Set standards and promote excellence in psychiatry and mental healthcare
The Royal College of Psychiatrists is committed to improving the understanding of psychiatry
and mental health. We want there to be a greater understanding of the interaction between
mental and physical health and the social and cultural context in which people live. We are at
the forefront in setting and achieving the highest standards through education, training and
research. We lead the way in developing excellence and promoting best practice in mental
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The College actively promotes psychiatry as a career. College structures are robust and
provide dedicated support to our members and associates. Nationally and internationally, the
College has a vital role in representing the expertise of the psychiatric profession to
governments and other agencies. This is key to promoting best practice in mental health.
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As well as running its membership examination (MRCPsych), and visiting and approving
hospitals for training purposes, the College organises scientific and clinical conferences and
lectures and continuing professional development activities. The College publishes books,
reports and educational material for professionals and the general public. It also publishes the
British Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Bulletin, Advances in Psychiatric Treatment and
International Psychiatry, all of which are now available on-line.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists has been in existence in some form since 1841. First as the
"Association of Medical Officers of Asylums and Hospitals for the Insane" (later changed to
the Medico Psychological Association) then, in 1926 receiving its Royal Charter to become the
"Royal Medico Psychological Association, and finally, in 1971 receiving a Supplemental
Charter to become the "Royal College of Psychiatrists" we know today.
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