Job summary
Working in partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holder will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a seamless specialist nursing service, ensuring children and young people receive the highest standards of clinical care.
As a nursing expert, the post holder will demonstrate advanced knowledge and clinical expertise within the specialist service, providing advice, education and support to staff, children and young people, and their families and carers. Care will be delivered across schools, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) units, and Additionally Resourced Provisions (ARPs) within mainstream schools.
Main duties of the job
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Take professional responsibility for maintaining clinical and professional standards in line with Trust policies, values, NMC Code of Practice, and relevant national guidance.
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Act as a key point of contact for children and young people in schools, special schools, SEND units and ARPs, offering assessment, advice, and information to families, carers and staff.
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Support the delivery of high-quality, holistic, patient-centred care, contributing to staff development through education, training, role modelling and supervision.
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Lead and co-ordinate aspects of care, manage team performance, and act as a role model, reporting to th Clinical Lead Nurse.
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Undertake and support audit activity to monitor and improve clinical standards and outcomes.
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Teach, mentor and supervise colleagues, trainees and students, promoting professionalism and Trust values.
About us
Our Values 2025 - 2030
Working with our colleagues, patients and carers, we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT.
They are:
- We are kind.
- We are respectful.
- We work together with our communities.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period.
Starting with Us
NELFT places great importance on new starters being properly welcomed into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process, new starters will also have the opportunity to meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend several drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing, and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941p.a. pro rata for part time).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Northeast London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.
Use of AI
Please see attached document regarding acceptable use of AI during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed Job Description and Main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Northeast London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.
Use of AI
Please see attached document regarding acceptable use of AI during the recruitment process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered children's nurse
- Nursing degree
- Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years post registration and minimum 1 year's leadership experience
- Evidence of multiagency working
- Able to demonstrate positive contributions to health and wellbeing of SEND Children
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS and SEND priorities
- Knowledge and experience in Health Promotion with children with additional needs
Skills
Essential
- Excellent range of clinical skills
- Effective collaborative working
other
Essential
- Positive role model
- Work within a leadership structure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered children's nurse
- Nursing degree
- Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years post registration and minimum 1 year's leadership experience
- Evidence of multiagency working
- Able to demonstrate positive contributions to health and wellbeing of SEND Children
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS and SEND priorities
- Knowledge and experience in Health Promotion with children with additional needs
Skills
Essential
- Excellent range of clinical skills
- Effective collaborative working
other
Essential
- Positive role model
- Work within a leadership structure
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
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).
