Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to work as a learning disability nurse within theTameside CAMHS based within Springleigh Clinic.
The successful candidate will work within the neurodevelopmental team working with young people with a diagnosis of ASC/ADHD/LD as well as assessing young people for such possible diagnosis
This is an exciting role to join an already well established team which consists of RMN/LD nurses as well as a senior practitioner core qualification is a SALT
Main duties of the job
Delivery evidence based interventions for young people within the ND pathway as well as completing assessments into possible neurodevelopmental disorders as well as comorbidities such as LD
We would hope to provide further training to the successful candidate such as psychological therapies training, ADOS training, Riding the Rapids, PBS to mention but a few.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We are really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure were a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurses Learning Disabilities (RNLD)
- Post registration training / willingness to undertake training plus experience to postgraduate diploma level.
- PBS Qualification
Desirable
- Clinical Supervision / Mentorship qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience in supporting individuals who have a learning disability
- Experienced in delivering advice and support to a wide range of people.
- Experienced in partnership working.
- Experienced in managing risk
Desirable
- Experienced in delivering training.
- Previous community nursing experience desirable
- Experience in supporting individuals with complex health needs
Knowledge
Essential
- Established knowledge of the health inequalities agenda for people with learning disabilities
- Understanding of Person Centred Planning.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Knowledge of Child Safeguarding and Safeguarding Adult legislation
- Knowledge of current strategic drivers for community learning disability teams
Desirable
- Knowledge of the evidence based around people who present with offending behaviour.
- Completed in depth training in Person Centered Planning.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to complete complex assessments.
- Highly developed communication skills to support a range of activities
- Ability to collaborate in the completion of formulations
- Ability to develop multielement Interventions / support packages.
- Ability to incorporate key principles of 'Valuing People' into direct client care
- Ability to proactively manage competing demands
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurses Learning Disabilities (RNLD)
- Post registration training / willingness to undertake training plus experience to postgraduate diploma level.
- PBS Qualification
Desirable
- Clinical Supervision / Mentorship qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience in supporting individuals who have a learning disability
- Experienced in delivering advice and support to a wide range of people.
- Experienced in partnership working.
- Experienced in managing risk
Desirable
- Experienced in delivering training.
- Previous community nursing experience desirable
- Experience in supporting individuals with complex health needs
Knowledge
Essential
- Established knowledge of the health inequalities agenda for people with learning disabilities
- Understanding of Person Centred Planning.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Knowledge of Child Safeguarding and Safeguarding Adult legislation
- Knowledge of current strategic drivers for community learning disability teams
Desirable
- Knowledge of the evidence based around people who present with offending behaviour.
- Completed in depth training in Person Centered Planning.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to complete complex assessments.
- Highly developed communication skills to support a range of activities
- Ability to collaborate in the completion of formulations
- Ability to develop multielement Interventions / support packages.
- Ability to incorporate key principles of 'Valuing People' into direct client care
- Ability to proactively manage competing demands
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
