Job Overview
We are recruiting a Band 7 NonMedical Prescriber (NMP) or experienced RNLD/RMN willing to complete V300 training to join our Beacon awardwinning CAMHS Learning Disability Team in Leicester. We provide specialist support across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for children and young people with moderate to profound Intellectual Developmental Disability (IDD).
You will work with CYP presenting with mental health needs, highrisk behaviours and complex presentations. The role also includes specialist neurodevelopmental and sleep assessments.
We are seeking an RNLD/MH nurse with experience in assessing and treating mental health conditions (e.g. anxiety, depression) in CYP with IDD. We also welcome applicants with relevant experience in CYP without IDD or adults with IDD. Development and training will be provided where needed.
The post includes assessment and treatment of sleep difficulties; a sound knowledge of sleep issues in CYP is essential.
A Band 6 developmental role may be offered, with progression to Band 7 following successful completion of V300. Completion of V300 within an agreed timeframe is required for ongoing appointment.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours are essential.
Contact: Teresa Norris, Senior Matron/Team Leader
teresa.norris@nhs.net | 0116 225 5633
Job Description Summary
As a senior nurse and NonMedical Prescriber, you will manage a complex caseload, completing assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and young people with mental health, neurodevelopmental and/or sleep difficulties. This includes physical health assessment and monitoring, behavioural assessment, and direct work with CYP, families and professionals.
All practice will be informed by the NHSE STOMP/STAMP agendas, and applicants must demonstrate understanding of these, alongside key legislation and national drivers relating to the care of people with IDD.
You will contribute to the outpatient pathway, undertaking initial assessments for new referrals with MDT colleagues, participating in the duty review rota, and supporting the team’s outofhours oncall rota (evenings, weekends and bank holidays).
The role includes coworking within the MDT and supporting day patient assessments to clarify complex presentations and prevent inpatient admission.
As a senior nurse, you will provide clinical supervision and line management in line with NMC and Trust policies. Flexibility is essential to meet service needs, including early mornings, late evenings and weekend working when required.
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.
About Us
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.
Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information including AI in our recruitment process can be found in the Information for Applicants document attached.
We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.
For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).
All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.
Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.