Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Nurse

The closing date is 23 September 2025

Job summary

The Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorders Service (CNDS) are looking to recruit a specialist nurse at band 7. The post holder requires specialist clinical skills in working with children and young people who have autism spectrum disorder, and will contribute to a highly specialist clinical service as part of a multidisciplinary team for children and young people referred to CNDS for second opinion diagnostic assessment and intervention/consultation on management advice. The specialist nurse will also carry a case load with specific case management duties.

Main duties of the job

The specialist nurse responsibilities include:

Specialist ASD diagnostic assessment skills experience of working into 2nd opinion services.
Leadership responsibilities for specialist early years intensive group setting for children and co-ordinating multi-disciplinary input.
Trainer and supervision for ADOS clinical skills training workshops
Experience of working on ASD research projects
Experience of delivering parent mediated interventions within clinical and research settings
Leadership within a specialist children's and young person's provision

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Date posted

16 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

263-SCG25-125-MG

Job locations

Walkergate Park Hospital

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date :16th September 2025

Closing date : 23rd September 2025

We welcome your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date :16th September 2025

Closing date : 23rd September 2025

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

First Level Nursing Qualification and Registration
Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Mentor/Assessor Qualification
Appropriate training i.e. Safeguarding, MAPPA, Child Protection and up to date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation

Desirable

Experience of working within a community team
Non medical prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Knowledge and experience of working with children and young people. Experience of working with those who have complexities
Proven track record of providing professional leadership within clinical services
Experience of MDT and multi agency Working
Experience of autonomous casework management

Desirable

Experience of working with drug and alcohol
Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Excellent communication and liaison skills. Organisational and time management skills.
leadership skills/delegation, IT skills
Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure.

Additional Requiremetns

Essential

Ability to meet travelling within the geographical location and potential surrounding areas

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

First Level Nursing Qualification and Registration
Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway.
Mentor/Assessor Qualification
Appropriate training i.e. Safeguarding, MAPPA, Child Protection and up to date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation

Desirable

Experience of working within a community team
Non medical prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Knowledge and experience of working with children and young people. Experience of working with those who have complexities
Proven track record of providing professional leadership within clinical services
Experience of MDT and multi agency Working
Experience of autonomous casework management

Desirable

Experience of working with drug and alcohol
Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Excellent communication and liaison skills. Organisational and time management skills.
leadership skills/delegation, IT skills
Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance).
Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure.

Additional Requiremetns

Essential

Ability to meet travelling within the geographical location and potential surrounding areas

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

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Walkergate Park Hospital

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Walkergate Park Hospital

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

Employer's website

https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)