Community Learning Disability Nurse

Job description

Job summary

Permanent | Part Time

An exciting opportunity to join our city-wide CAMHS Learning Disability and Mental Health Team.

You'll work collaboratively across health, education and social care, using Positive Behaviour Support to provide holistic, person-centred care. This role offers autonomy, clinical leadership, and the chance to shape service development while managing your own caseload under expert supervision.

About You

• RMN / RN (Mental Health) or RLDN / RN (Learning Disabilities) registration
• A genuine interest in working with young people and supporting them
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the service and the young people in our care.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to work in a creative and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver specialist nursing care for children and young people with learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions.
• Act as a clinical resource within the In Reach CAMHS Team.
• Provide evidence-based interventions for moderate to severe mental health issues.
• Deliver and support training for staff, parents, and external services.
• Participate in regular clinical and management supervision.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and mandatory training.
• Identify and communicate training needs to support clinical responsibilities.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2234 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2234 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Learning Disability Nurse Registered Mental Health Nurse/Registered Nurse (LD) or (MH)
• ENB998 or equivalent qualification in the mentoring and teaching of students

Desirable

• Registered Social Worker

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience working as a nurse with people with learning disabilities in a CAMHS or other health setting

Desirable

• Recent experience of working with children or young people with learning disabilities

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, national initiatives and guidance, and of own professional code of practice, role and responsibilities
• Knowledge of up-to-date clinical aspects of learning disability nursing and mental health/challenging behaviour in the community
• Good assessment skills, the ability to assess risk and care plan effectively
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team Good I. T. skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support practice

Personal Attributes

Essential

• An understanding of the needs of children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health problems / challenging behaviour
• The ability to work under pressure and take action to manage stress
• A flexible approach to client intervention
• To be able to work in a flexible manner to meet the demands of the service and support families

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Learning Disability Nurse Registered Mental Health Nurse/Registered Nurse (LD) or (MH)
• ENB998 or equivalent qualification in the mentoring and teaching of students

Desirable

• Registered Social Worker

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience working as a nurse with people with learning disabilities in a CAMHS or other health setting

Desirable

• Recent experience of working with children or young people with learning disabilities

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, national initiatives and guidance, and of own professional code of practice, role and responsibilities
• Knowledge of up-to-date clinical aspects of learning disability nursing and mental health/challenging behaviour in the community
• Good assessment skills, the ability to assess risk and care plan effectively
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team Good I. T. skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support practice

Personal Attributes

Essential

• An understanding of the needs of children and young people with learning disabilities and mental health problems / challenging behaviour
• The ability to work under pressure and take action to manage stress
• A flexible approach to client intervention
• To be able to work in a flexible manner to meet the demands of the service and support families

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffiled

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

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