Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Clinical Practitioner- ADHD/ASC Pathway

The closing date is 25 January 2026

Job summary

Join the South Staffs Adult ADHD & Autism Team as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner across South Staffordshire.

The South Staffordshire Adult ADHD & Autism Team is expanding, and we're looking for a highly skilled advanced clinician to join us in providing leadership to deliver high-quality, person-centred assessments and support for adults across the region.

You will be passionate about transforming neurodevelopmental care for adults and play a key role in shaping a forward-thinking, values-driven service.

You will be responsible for patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and assess their health care needs, based on highly developed health knowledge and skills, including physical examination skills.

This role is Monday to Friday, typically 9am-5pm and will include travel over a large geographical area, so access to suitable transport is essential.

What We're Looking For

  • A qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (must have completed Masters ACP).
  • Experience in neurodevelopmental assessment, mental health, or related clinical fields.
  • A reflective, forward-thinking clinician who values co-production and evidence-based practice.
  • Be excited about service development and leadership.
  • A team player who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Main duties of the job

As the Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will be expected to:

  • Lead on the completion of comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments for adults.
  • Use your prescribing qualification to support safe, effective treatment pathways within the wider team
  • Contribute to clinical leadership, service development, and continuous improvement
  • Work collaboratively with a skilled, supportive MDT committed to innovation and compassionate care
  • Help shape the future of neurodevelopmental services in South Staffordshire

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-JC-25-7687319

Job locations

Lichfield/Stafford

South Staffordshire

WS13 6EE


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details regarding this role, please attached the full job description and person specification.

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details regarding this role, please attached the full job description and person specification.

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Advanced Clinical Practice MSc
  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Therapeutic psychological interventions qualification

Desirable

  • Specialist ADHD diagnostic and treatment training
  • Specialist ASC Diagnostic Training

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of working effectively at a senior level in a community multi-disciplinary health and social care setting (mental health)
  • Experience of working with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies
  • Evidence of promoting research, evidence based practice, clinical excellence and quality approaches to support outcome focussed care

Desirable

  • Experience of working with adults with ADHD and/or Autism

Skills

Essential

  • Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment Awareness of basic research methodology
  • Skills in assessing, planning and evaluating mental health care/treatment interventions
  • Skills in co-ordinating complex care and ability to coordinate and deliver teaching programs and skills in teaching and assessing/working independently.
  • An ability to co-ordinate, develop and deliver a program of health promotion interventions to patients

Desirable

  • An ability to deal with challenging situations
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Advanced Clinical Practice MSc
  • Independent prescribing qualification
  • Therapeutic psychological interventions qualification

Desirable

  • Specialist ADHD diagnostic and treatment training
  • Specialist ASC Diagnostic Training

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of working effectively at a senior level in a community multi-disciplinary health and social care setting (mental health)
  • Experience of working with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies
  • Evidence of promoting research, evidence based practice, clinical excellence and quality approaches to support outcome focussed care

Desirable

  • Experience of working with adults with ADHD and/or Autism

Skills

Essential

  • Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment Awareness of basic research methodology
  • Skills in assessing, planning and evaluating mental health care/treatment interventions
  • Skills in co-ordinating complex care and ability to coordinate and deliver teaching programs and skills in teaching and assessing/working independently.
  • An ability to co-ordinate, develop and deliver a program of health promotion interventions to patients

Desirable

  • An ability to deal with challenging situations

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lichfield/Stafford

South Staffordshire

WS13 6EE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lichfield/Stafford

South Staffordshire

WS13 6EE


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Joanne Perry

joanne.perry@mpft.nhs.uk

03007907000

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-JC-25-7687319

Job locations

Lichfield/Stafford

South Staffordshire

WS13 6EE


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