University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Paediatric Neurodevelopment Specialist Nurse

The closing date is 25 February 2026

Job summary

The post is part of a specific team to undertake autism assessments with children. You will be based within the CDC neurodevelopmental team in Plymouth but assessments will take place both within the child development centre and in various settings across Plymouth and West Devon. Flexible and hybrid working is possible. The team is very supporting and has a very strong MDT way of working.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Working within the paediatric neurodevelopmental team undertake and coordinate assessments of children in relation to ASC/ADHD and LD. Liaise with wider MDT and schools to ensure all information is available and support needs identified for the child. Undertaking school observations, ADOS assessments and clinic reviews, formulating reports and attending MDT discussion will form the main elements of the role.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted

11 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year £47,810 - £54,710 Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

216-LH-DA7726251

Job locations

Child Development Centre

Beacon Park Road

PLymouth

PL2 2PQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring the efficient and effective provision of care, advice, education and support to children and families in their own home or other community settings.

Assist the Lead Nurse for Community Paediatrics with future service development by identifying service need, evaluating priorities, service analysis.

Undertake project management as agreed with Lead Nurse for Community Paediatrics and the Directorate manager

Contribute to the co-ordination, collation and analysis of health data regarding children and young people within the CDC.

Responsibility for the line management of staff within the Neurodevelopment team including undertaking appraisals, Co-ordinating annual leave, making provision for cover in times of absence in accordance with trust guidelines and ensuring that the current service provision is maintained.

Management of staff sickness within the team and escalating any concerns in line with trust policy.

Initiate and participate in the recruitment process within HR and recruitment guidelines

Promote and ensure the provision and delivery of the highest quality of care for children and their families including the establishment of quality standards and implementation of quality initiatives.

Maintain an active role in all aspects of clinical governance including clinical audit, management of complaints, incidents and risk.

Ensure Health & Safety and Fire policies are complied with. Maintain a clean and safe environment, ensuring appropriate use / maintenance of equipment.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS