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Job Summary
Community Learning Disability Nurse Band 6
37.5 hours
Kirklees CAMHS Learning Disability Team
We are looking to recruit an experienced Registered Learning Disability Nurse to join our Kirklees CAMHS LD Team based in Huddersfield but covering the whole of the Kirklees geographical area.
Job Summary
Community Learning Disability Nurse Band 6
37.5 hours
Kirklees CAMHS Learning Disability Team
We are looking to recruit an experienced Registered Learning Disability Nurse to join our Kirklees CAMHS LD Team based in Huddersfield but covering the whole of the Kirklees geographical area.
We are an experienced and innovative team that provides a high-quality service and support to children, young people aged 3 to 18 years with learning disabilities who are experiencing mental health, behaviour and emotional wellbeing difficulties, alongside their parent/carers and multi-agency support services.
We are seeking a dynamic, confident and committed nurse who has previous experience of working with children and young people with learning disabilities in a variety of settings, but we would also accept applicants who have similar experience working with adults with learning disabilities.
The post holder will be expected to work autonomously and as part of a team to improve health outcomes for children with Learning Disabilities within their local community. You will need to be self-motivated and have excellent organisation and time-management skills alongside possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills demonstrating an ability to work with a range of professionals, agencies and carers across a wide range of settings.
Flexible working will be considered.
For more information please contact Danielle Goffin or Beth Murphy on 01484 343783
Main duties of the job
You will be working within the Kirklees CAMHS Learning Disability Team as part of a wider CAMHS service enabling direct access and support from a range of specialist pathways and specialist practitioners.
You will be responsible for the assessment of the needs of the children and young people accessing the service and develop evidence-based support and interventions.
The post involves working with individuals with complex and diverse needs, many of which are communicated through behaviour and as such we require the applicant to be confident in managing such situations within a variety of community settings.
You will need to be confident in using a range of IT skills and will need to maintain up-to-date records and activity data in line with the Trust record keeping standards.
You will need to be a car driver and have access to a vehicle.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
About Us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
08 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9378-CK2260
Job locations
Princess Royal Health Centre
Greenhead Road
Huddersfield
HD1 4EW
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.
The post holder carries the responsibility for a defined caseload working with children in the Community team for people with Learning Disabilities. The caseload will include clients of all levels of ability as defined by the team criteria. The post holder will serve as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will promote a consistent multi-agency approach.
The post holder will contribute to the leadership and development of the Specialist Learning Disability Health team in accordance within local and national guidance.
The post holder will have the ability to work independently as specialist individual practitioner and make autonomous decisions as required. Have good clinical, management and leadership skills.
To promote positive leadership through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
To liaise with members of the multi-agency, multi-disciplinary teams.
Support the effective management of resources and delegation as required.
Provide audit information as necessary.
Manage patient crisis and respond in a timely manner.
Contribute towards care management processes where appropriate.
Manage an individual caseload by prioritising need.
Support junior nursing staff in the implementation of their duties.
Organise and contribute to patient reviews as necessary.
To ensure that existing, relevant, agreed local district policies are known and adhered to within the nursing team.
Contribute towards screening of referrals, taking enquiries and signposting to other services.
Report untoward occurrences to Nurse Lead/Operational Team Manager and record on datix.
To be personally responsible for keeping a breadth of changes in the nursing profession in terms of clinical development, nursing education and care management.
Ensure that they receive regular clinical supervision.
Support initiatives in progressive client care that are evidence based.
To be aware of current legislation, terms and development within Learning Disability Services.
To undertake training and continued professional development as agreed with the lead nurse/operational team manager.
To advise the Lead Nurse/Operational Team Manager of shortcomings of the nursing service suggesting appropriate actions.
To ensure that the policy for safe usage and storage of drugs is adhered to on Trust premises or in the community.
Provide clinical supervision and professional advice/support to all nursing staff and other appropriate disciplines.
Liaise with specialist clinics in relation to medical and patient nurse support where appropriate.
Support health improvement initiatives.
Ensure that professional registration is maintained.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.
The post holder carries the responsibility for a defined caseload working with children in the Community team for people with Learning Disabilities. The caseload will include clients of all levels of ability as defined by the team criteria. The post holder will serve as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will promote a consistent multi-agency approach.
The post holder will contribute to the leadership and development of the Specialist Learning Disability Health team in accordance within local and national guidance.
The post holder will have the ability to work independently as specialist individual practitioner and make autonomous decisions as required. Have good clinical, management and leadership skills.
To promote positive leadership through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
To liaise with members of the multi-agency, multi-disciplinary teams.
Support the effective management of resources and delegation as required.
Provide audit information as necessary.
Manage patient crisis and respond in a timely manner.
Contribute towards care management processes where appropriate.
Manage an individual caseload by prioritising need.
Support junior nursing staff in the implementation of their duties.
Organise and contribute to patient reviews as necessary.
To ensure that existing, relevant, agreed local district policies are known and adhered to within the nursing team.
Contribute towards screening of referrals, taking enquiries and signposting to other services.
Report untoward occurrences to Nurse Lead/Operational Team Manager and record on datix.
To be personally responsible for keeping a breadth of changes in the nursing profession in terms of clinical development, nursing education and care management.
Ensure that they receive regular clinical supervision.
Support initiatives in progressive client care that are evidence based.
To be aware of current legislation, terms and development within Learning Disability Services.
To undertake training and continued professional development as agreed with the lead nurse/operational team manager.
To advise the Lead Nurse/Operational Team Manager of shortcomings of the nursing service suggesting appropriate actions.
To ensure that the policy for safe usage and storage of drugs is adhered to on Trust premises or in the community.
Provide clinical supervision and professional advice/support to all nursing staff and other appropriate disciplines.
Liaise with specialist clinics in relation to medical and patient nurse support where appropriate.
Support health improvement initiatives.
Ensure that professional registration is maintained.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Specialist Knowledge across a range of areas relevant to practise underpinned by theory.
* Current philosophy underpinning learning disability community care provision.
* Planning and organising skills.
* Teaching practice.
* Health promoting/facilitation.
Desirable
* Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
* Mental Health.
* Challenging Behaviour.
* Complex health needs.
Qualifications
Essential
* RNLD registration.
* Teaching qualification.
Desirable
* Evidence of additional academic study at Diploma / Degree level.
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Self Motivated.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Enthusiasm.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Experience
Essential
* Substantial post qualifying experience in care of people with a learning disability.
* Contributed to and Worked as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
* Managing Care.
* Service Development.
* Working with families and carers.
* Care Management.
Training
Essential
* Professional knowledge relevant to practise acquired by degree, diploma, specialist training and short courses.
Desirable
* Further training in areas relevant to practise eg, autism, challenging behaviour, long term conditions.
Physical Attributes
Essential
* Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Person Specification
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Specialist Knowledge across a range of areas relevant to practise underpinned by theory.
* Current philosophy underpinning learning disability community care provision.
* Planning and organising skills.
* Teaching practice.
* Health promoting/facilitation.
Desirable
* Knowledge and understanding of cultural and diversity issues.
* Mental Health.
* Challenging Behaviour.
* Complex health needs.
Essential
* RNLD registration.
* Teaching qualification.
Desirable
* Evidence of additional academic study at Diploma / Degree level.
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Self Motivated.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Enthusiasm.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Essential
* Substantial post qualifying experience in care of people with a learning disability.
* Contributed to and Worked as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
* Managing Care.
* Service Development.
* Working with families and carers.
* Care Management.
Training
Essential
* Professional knowledge relevant to practise acquired by degree, diploma, specialist training and short courses.
Desirable
* Further training in areas relevant to practise eg, autism, challenging behaviour, long term conditions.
Physical Attributes
Essential
* Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
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
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Princess Royal Health Centre
Greenhead Road
Huddersfield
HD1 4EW
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Princess Royal Health Centre
Greenhead Road
Huddersfield
HD1 4EW
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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