Job summary
The successful candidate will work as specialist nurse in the Neurodiversity Enfield team for children 0-6. This is a multidisciplinary team which is designed to provide a needs-led, family-centered approach for children under the age of six with neurodivergent learning needs. The Neurodiversity Team includes (but is not limited to) parents, speech and language therapists (SLT), occupational therapists (OT), paediatricians, clinical psychologists, administrators, the voluntary sector, and educators.
Main duties of the job
As part of the role you will be required to be a keyworker for a large number of families, and as such, will take the role of primarily liaison for the family in both positive and challenging times. The candidate will be expected to provide emotional and social support to parents and carers with additional needs and their families
The post holder will have a key role in completing checks such as weight and height, carrying out physical health checks, advising parents on conditions such as epilepsy and medication management. They will also be able to provide additional strategies to support and manage behaviours, promote sleep, continence and diet. About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details Date posted
22 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£42,939 to £50,697 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
391-NMUH-7152514
Job locations
Cedar House, St Michaels site
Enfield
EN20JB
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as specialist nurse in the Neurodiversity Enfield team for children 0-6. This is a multidisciplinary team which is designed to provide a needs-led, family-centered approach for children under the age of six with neurodivergent learning needs. The Neurodiversity Team includes (but is not limited to) parents, speech and language therapists (SLT), occupational therapists (OT), paediatricians, clinical psychologists, administrators, the voluntary sector, and educators.
As part of the role you will be required to be a keyworker for a large number of families, and as such, will take the role of primarily liaison for the family in both positive and challenging times. The candidate will be expected to provide emotional and social support to parents and carers with additional needs and their families
The post holder will have a key role in completing checks such as weight and height, carrying out physical health checks, advising parents on conditions such as epilepsy and medication management. They will also be able to provide additional strategies to support and manage behaviours, promote sleep, continence and diet. Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as specialist nurse in the Neurodiversity Enfield team for children 0-6. This is a multidisciplinary team which is designed to provide a needs-led, family-centered approach for children under the age of six with neurodivergent learning needs. The Neurodiversity Team includes (but is not limited to) parents, speech and language therapists (SLT), occupational therapists (OT), paediatricians, clinical psychologists, administrators, the voluntary sector, and educators.
As part of the role you will be required to be a keyworker for a large number of families, and as such, will take the role of primarily liaison for the family in both positive and challenging times. The candidate will be expected to provide emotional and social support to parents and carers with additional needs and their families
The post holder will have a key role in completing checks such as weight and height, carrying out physical health checks, advising parents on conditions such as epilepsy and medication management. They will also be able to provide additional strategies to support and manage behaviours, promote sleep, continence and diet. Person Specification Values Essential
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience Essential
* Experience of working with children
* Experience of working with a range of conditions such as epilepsy.
* Experience of working with other professionals/early years staff.
* A knowledge of relevant policies and documents, e.g. Early Years Framework, SEN reforms
Desirable
* Experience of working with neurodivergent children
* Experience of working with paediatricians
Skills Essential
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to work as part of a team.
* Demonstrates empathy with clients, carers and families often where barriers to understanding exist ensuring that effective communication is achieved.
Desirable
* Experience in delivering training.
* Ability to speak another language
Education & professional Qualifications Essential
* Recognised nursing degree or equivalent
* Post graduate qualification to masters level in relevant clinical specialism or equivalent experience
* Registration with the NMC for Licence to Practice
* Registered member of the Royal College of nursing
Desirable
* Experience working in paediatrics and autism
* Teaching qualification or experience
Person Specification Values Essential
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience Essential
* Experience of working with children
* Experience of working with a range of conditions such as epilepsy.
* Experience of working with other professionals/early years staff.
* A knowledge of relevant policies and documents, e.g. Early Years Framework, SEN reforms
Desirable
* Experience of working with neurodivergent children
* Experience of working with paediatricians
Skills Essential
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to work as part of a team.
* Demonstrates empathy with clients, carers and families often where barriers to understanding exist ensuring that effective communication is achieved.
Desirable
* Experience in delivering training.
* Ability to speak another language
Education & professional Qualifications Essential
* Recognised nursing degree or equivalent
* Post graduate qualification to masters level in relevant clinical specialism or equivalent experience
* Registration with the NMC for Licence to Practice
* Registered member of the Royal College of nursing
Desirable
* Experience working in paediatrics and autism
* Teaching qualification or 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.
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 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.
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 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).
Employer details Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cedar House, St Michaels site
Enfield
EN20JB
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cedar House, St Michaels site
Enfield
EN20JB
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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