Job overview
To be a core member of a multidisciplinary team in the Learning Disability Service, promoting the health and well-being of people with learning disabilities, helping them to become valued members of the community and to achieve maximum independence.
The individual will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team working in community settings with service users, their families and their carers’. This involves working unsupervised in the homes of service users and other community settings.
This post involves working with people who are vulnerable, have
communication difficulties and may have challenging behaviour. The post holder will be supported to manage a caseload.
Main duties of the job
Give a high standard of specialist nursing care to those people referred to the learning disability team and to assist them to attain maximum
independence and quality of life by; assessing, developing, implementing
and evaluating programmes of care and Health Action Plans in conjunction with service users / carers.
Offer support to families and service users in order for them to gain
maximum benefit from available services, resources etc.
Take responsibility for the management of a caseload.
Undertake a range of assessments in conjunction with service users,
carers / families, using a person centred approach and identify and
support Health Facilitators for people with learning disabilities in
accordance with the recommendations of “Valuing People – A New
Strategy for Learning Disability for the 21st Century”.
Provide a quality service in line with service philosophy and the principles of “Valuing People – A new strategy for Learning Disability for the 21st Century”.
Contribute to the Risk Management and Critical Incident Analysis reporting processes.
Be involved in the setting, monitoring, maintaining and auditing of
standards.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be required to deliver a range of teaching sessions to individuals and carers of people with a learning disability.
Support people with learning disabilities who may exhibit a range of
challenging behaviours, which may include verbal and/or physical
aggression.
Devise in conjunction with carers, families and other professionals,
appropriate strategies to deal sensitively with the difficult to manage
behaviours.
To provide an efficient, timely, and high quality community nursing service to people with a learning disability and complex needs. This requires a specialist knowledge base on which to practice.
To develop and evaluate a range of interventions and care plans.
The post holder will take an active role in identifying and managing risk.
To provide comprehensive specialist assessments to individuals with a
learning disability.
To work within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for the individual with a learning disability.
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
* RNLD
* Good standard of education
* Experience working with people with LD
* person centered approaches
* commitment to MDT working
* Knowledge of using LD assessment tools
* knowledge of PBS
* ability to deal with complex/distressing situations
* knowledge and skills across a range of LD issues
* Highly developed communication skills
* Experience in supporting people with complex and challenging needs
* Experience in completing nursing assessments
* Willingness to undertake appropriate and relevant training
* Ability to keep yourself healthy in what at times will be emotionally charged
* Use of a car
* Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities in accordance with trust equal opportunities
* Enhanced DBS disclosure
Desirable criteria
* Mentorship qualification
* Training around positive behaviour support
* Previous experience of working with a community team
📝 Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
We understand that some candidates may use AI tools to help prepare their application. This is not restricted, however, any AI support should only be used to enhance your own writing and must reflect your genuine skills and experience. You will be asked to talk about your application at interview. Applications that contain false or misleading information may be removed from the recruitment process.
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.
If you have problems applying, contact
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Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
225 Old Street
225 Old Street
OL6 7SR
Telephone
01617163181