Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a B8a Advanced Practitioner for SEND to join CDC nursing in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham NELFT. We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a skilled interdisciplinary team within our children's service, working collaboratively with our partner agency for the benefit of children with special educational needs and disabilities and their families/carers.
The service supports babies, children and young people in the borough across health visiting, school nursing and specialist teams, working collaboratively to ensure BCYP with additional needs (SEND) are assessed, diagnosed and supported appropriately to improve support and outcomes for their future. Working with our local partners to ensure the local offer is reflective of service provision that is responsive to needs.
This is an exciting time to join our children's service, and drive innovation for BCYP with SEND forward. This includes the development of neighbourhood MDTs and our own Proactive care pilot for children which has made significant impact on children with complex health needs accessing their education.
This is a full-time post with the opportunity for innovation in service provision working with the Consultant Nurse to ensure that Barking & Dagenham lead the way in meeting the needs of our diverse population. Working on QI projects and co-production to ensure the local needs are the drivers for change.
Main Duties
* Act as a role model for the wider teams and service.
* Support and manage the Specialist School Nursing Team.
* Be responsible for undertaking comprehensive health assessments, physical examinations, initiate referrals and investigations, working closely with the Consultant Paediatricians, ANP for ADHD and Consultant Nurse.
* Be involved in establishing, delivering and leading a comprehensive service within community service for children with SEND.
* Work with parents/carers and local stakeholders to deliver innovative and impactful interventions and strategies.
About Us
There is great importance placed on new starters being properly welcomed into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training, systems training and equipment allocation. New starters will also have the opportunity to meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend drop‑in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing, and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
Values 2025 - 2030
* We are kind.
* We are respectful.
* We work together with our communities.
We strive to provide the best care by the best people.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period.
High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London
This post also attracts payment for a High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 per annum pro rata for part time).
Details
Date posted: 27 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per year plus HCAS per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 395-BD077-25-A
Job locations: Child & Family Centre, Axe Street, Barking, IG11 7LZ
Job Responsibilities
Be a caring, compassionate, committed and experienced registered nurse and advanced clinical practitioner. Responsible for patients on their caseload and will assess, manage, diagnose, treat, plan, deliver and evaluate care. Demonstrating safe, competent clinical decision‑making and expert care, ensuring the NMC code of professional conduct and the Trust values are embedded in practice.
Support the breaking of diagnostic news ensuring the family are supported through the process with access to resources and are able to leave appointments safely.
Support the Consultant Nurse in delivering on the children's agenda especially SEND.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (RN child, LD)
* Advanced Nurse Practitioner
* Relevant MSc
* V300
* English and maths
Desirable Qualifications
* SCPHN
Essential Experience
* 2 years experience as ANP
* 2 years NMP
* Managing complex and high-risk children/young people
Essential Knowledge
* NHS plan and priorities
* Comprehensive understanding of SEND
* Safeguarding children with SEND
Essential Skills
* Basic awareness of IT and IT skills
* Worked with EPR such as RIO
* MDT working
* Excellent communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificates 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. Please see the UK Visas and Immigration website for further information. For current UK professional registration, please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Employer name: NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address: Child & Family Centre, Axe Street, Barking, IG11 7LZ
Employer’s website: https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/
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