Job Summary
The Community Paediatric service identifies, assesses, diagnoses and manages the health needs of children and young people aged 0‑18 years. The Neurodevelopmental Nurses form a valuable part of this team working in partnership with their Community Paediatric colleagues.
You will lead the assessment of neurodevelopmental conditions, predominately Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In addition, this includes medication management of ADHD and sleep difficulties within neurodiversity. The focus of the work will be working autonomously within a range of outpatient settings across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG).
The base for these job roles will be at various locations across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Main duties of the job
* Work in line with the assessment and management pathways for children and young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties.
* Demonstrate leadership skills, identifying, auditing and developing the service according to need.
* Demonstrate a high level of clinical judgement, including being an independent prescriber, working within NICE guidelines.
* Have a commitment to an integrated approach with the child and family at the centre, working in close collaboration with other services.
* Ability to work independently, managing own caseload, whilst remaining accountable to the Community Paediatric team.
* Ability to teach, train and supervise colleagues, other professionals or students.
About Us
Sirona care & health is England’s largest provider of adult and children’s community services. We welcome and encourage all applicants and are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support.
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.
Whether you’re starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.
Details
* Date posted: 19 March 2026
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 083-7871927-WW
* Job locations: Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire
* Address: Whitchurch lane, Bristol, BS14 0BB
Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.
If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
* Registered Nurse with NMC registration
* Non‑medical Prescriber
Desirable
* Leadership experience or qualification
* Supporting Students in Practice training
* PACR course
Skills, experience, knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge and clinical experience in ADHD and ASD
* Knowledge of child development
* Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload effectively
* Leadership and mentoring skills
* Experience of management of medication
Desirable
* Experience relating to ADHD and Autistic Spectrum disorder management or diagnostic assessments
* Experience relating to Child Mental Health
* Knowledge and understanding of family and multi‑agency dynamics
* Line management experience
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 the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Sirona care & health CIC
Address: Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire, Whitchurch lane, Bristol, BS14 0BB
Employer's website: https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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