Advanced Neurodevelopmental Practitioner
NHS AfC: Band 8a
Main area Neurodevelopmental Practitioner Grade NHS AfC: Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours
* Full time
* Part time
* Job share
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week Job ref 848-BHC-331-25
Site Phoenix Centre Town Bromley Salary £61,631 - £68,623 inc HCAS pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 16/12/2025 23:59 Interview date 22/12/2025
Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.
Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.
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Job overview
Advanced Neurodevelopmental Practitioner Band 8A
Bromley Healthcare is the provider of Community Paediatric services in Bromley.
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join as substantive neurodevelopmental practitioners ( Advanced Nurse Specialist/Clinical Nurse Specialist/Allied Health Professionals) on our well-established integrated care model for neurodevelopmental assessments of children and young people in Bromley up to 18 years of age.
These are new posts that been established to transform our ASD and ADHD pathways and support with backlogs and increasing waiting times.
The postholders will play a pivotal role in the assessment, formulation and support of children and young people (0–18 years) presenting with neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and developmental delay.
The post holder will be part of a dynamic and experienced community paediatric team of Paediatric post holders; Associate Specialists, ASD specialists and Specialty doctors who provide the full range of community paediatric services. The post holder will have competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management in Neurodisability (ASD and ADHD).
The post can be offered on a flexible or part-time basis.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic team, you will undertake structured assessments, contribute to diagnostic formulations, and provide high-quality feedback and post-diagnostic support for families.
This role sits within a developing integrated model of care, aligning with NICE and NHS England guidance and the SEL Community Paediatrics transformation agenda.
Working for our organisation
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical Practice
· Hold a caseload of children and young people within the Community Paediatrics Service, participating in the assessment and review of children with neurodevelopmental and social communication disorder conditions in line with established and agreed pathways
· Undertake assessments, including initial neurodevelopmental assessments of children and young people referred to the service with neurodevelopmental needs/social communication disorder conditions as part of the multi-disciplinary team, utilising up to date and evidence-based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings in addition to referral into our Complex Communication Diagnostic Service (CCDS) for ASD assessments
· Undertake comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments using validated tools such as: ADOS-2, 3di, ADI-R, Vanderbilt Assessment Scale, Qb test analysis, structured interviews and other agreed developmental screening instruments
· Support the development of care pathways for social communication disorder conditions by reviewing current caseload, referral, assessment and review criteria to assist in developing a service that provides efficient and effective pathways
· Gather and synthesise multi-agency information (e.g. from school, early years, health, and family reports) to inform differential diagnoses
· Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals, promoting health education and self-management
· Deliver verbal and written diagnostic feedback to parents and carers with sensitivity and professionalism
· Produce high-quality written diagnostic and feedback reports, ensuring clarity for families and professionals
· Provide post-diagnostic signposting of support, ensuring clear information about local and national resources
· Maintain comprehensive, accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organisational policies
· Contribute to multi agency support around children with complex needs or vulnerability
· Provide specialist advice in keeping with NICE guidance and local guidelines around treatment options and age-appropriate care to optimise treatment of CYP with complex needs
· Ensure safeguarding of children within the service and access appropriate training at level 3 and supervision
· Advocate for children and young people with physical and cognitive disabilities ensuring that their voice is heard, and the service meets their needs
· Liaise closely with other services to provide a coordinated and seamless service for patients and support the ongoing development of care pathways for these conditions
· Review caseload, referral, assessment, and review criteria and develop a service that provides an efficient and effective pathway in conjunction with other team members
· Contribute to the implementation of audits or research findings to improve services for patients
· Contribute to the development and review of care pathways, clinical policies and guidelines
Person specification
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Nursing, AHP role, Psychology or Social Work
* Successful postgraduate study / training in child development, neurodevelopmental disorders and/or child mental health
* Qualification in advanced clinical assessment or non-medical prescribing
Professional Registration
* Registered Nurse (Child, Learning Disability or Mental Health) with current NMC registration OR Other relevant professional registration i.e. HCPC, Social Work England
Training
* Evidence of recent, relevant CPD
* Specific Training (from Qbtech) to interpret results of Qb Test (Quantitative Behaviour Test) and Qb Check (Quantified Behavioural Check)
* ADOS-2, CARS-2, 3Di or ADI-R trained and certified
Knowledge and experience
* Significant post-registration experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental and/or behavioural conditions
* Leadership or supervisory experience within a community or secondary care setting
* Experience of conducting structured assessments for children referred with suspected ASD and ADHD and provide diagnostic decisions
* Knowledge of the range of Neurodevelopmental disorders that overlap and their presentations e.g. PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), ODD (Oppositional Defiance Disorder)
* Working knowledge of NICE guidelines, 0-25 SEND Code of Practice, and relevant legislation (Children and Families Act 2014, Equality Act 2010)
* Experience of co-production with children and young people and families
* Experience in community paediatrics, Special Schools or neurodevelopmental diagnostic hubs and working with children and young people with Neurodevelopmental conditions
* Experience in providing clinical supervision and/or leading service improvement initiatives
Specific skills
* Competence in use of structured and semi-structured neurodevelopmental assessment tools
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Excellent verbal communication skills, with high level interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively overcome barriers to communication
* Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce concise, impactful reports
* Evidence of clinical leadership and negotiation skills
* Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team
Personal Qualities
* Understanding of sensory processing differences and trauma-informed approaches
* Empathetic, family-centred, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach
* Flexible approach to balancing service and patient needs
Information Technology and Information Governance
* Familiarity with digital data capture systems and electronic health records
* Well established Information technology (IT) skills
* Be aware of and adhere to Information Governance responsibilities relevant to your role
We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we strongly encourage all colleagues to avail themselves of the Coronavirus vaccination.
To get a sense of what it's like to work with Bromley Healthcare, you can visit our YouTube channel at the following link: YouTube Channel .
Salary is determined by NHS experience and current banding/pay point. External applicants will begin at the entry point of the salary scale in line with NHS terms and conditions.
At Bromley Healthcare, we are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel supported, nurtured, and celebrated. Discrimination of any protected characteristic is not tolerated. Diversity and inclusion are key components of our People Strategy, as an equal opportunities employer, we are particularly eager to enhance Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) representation across Bromley Healthcare, especially at senior levels.
We welcome applicants with a disability. We are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process, please let us know if you require any.
We understand the importance of balancing work and life, so we offer our staff a variety of flexible working options from day one. These include:
* Compressed hours
* Part-time
* Job shares
We encourage you to discuss this with your hiring manager, who will take your individual circumstances into account alongside the service needs.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to a rewarding career with Bromley Healthcare. Please note that all offers of new employment with Bromley Healthcare are subject to a six-month probationary period.
Bromley Healthcare CIC is an NHS community provider and an integral part of the NHS family. However, we pride ourselves on being different; as a co-owned social enterprise, Bromley Healthcare CIC is owned by its employees. This ensures that our staff remain under NHS Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions and are members of the NHS pension scheme (provided they are eligible). If not, we offer the Nest or Scottish Widows pension schemes.
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All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritized accordingly.
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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Dr David Osoba Job title Lead Clinician for Community Paediatrics Email address david.osoba@nhs.net Telephone number 0300 330 9450
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