Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust – Nurse Practitioner (Non‑Medical Prescriber)
The closing date is 16 June 2026.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (Non‑Medical Prescriber) to join our dedicated West Lancashire CYP MH Team within Specialist Services. This role provides specialist assessments, therapeutic interventions, clinical leadership and independent prescribing support, helping shape services for children, young people and families across West Lancashire.
Duties
* Manage a specialist caseload of children and young people with complex mental health needs
* Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk assessments and care planning
* Deliver evidence‑based therapeutic interventions in line with NICE guidance
* Act as an Independent Non‑Medical Prescriber within CYP services
* Provide leadership, consultation and clinical support to the wider team
* Work collaboratively with families, schools, social care, GPs and partner agencies
* Contribute to safeguarding, clinical governance, service development and quality improvement initiatives
* Support ADHD pathways and integrated working across CYP MH and wider services
About Us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups. We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area.
Employment Details
Band: Band 7
Pay: £49,387 to £56,515 a year, subject to confirmation.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Location: Westgate House, Hillside Health Centre, Tanhouse Road, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DS, United Kingdom
Person Specification
Education
* First level nursing qualification, RMN or equivalent
* Independent & Supplementary Nurse Prescribing V300
* Information technology skills sufficient to undertake the post
Knowledge
* Demonstrable knowledge and skills in evidence‑based needs‑led assessments, of highly complex and co‑morbidity presentations of children, young people, their families and carers.
* Demonstrable knowledge and skills in evidence‑based therapeutic interventions relevant to the needs of the client group.
* Demonstrable ability to communicate to clients, families and professionals sensitive and often difficult to receive information, using various methods including verbal, non‑verbal, written and presentation skills.
Experience
* Specialist working knowledge and experience of supporting and monitoring children and young people in CYP services, including those diagnosed with ADHD.
* Demonstrable knowledge/understanding and experience in assessment of young people with complex mental health and/or complex needs such as ADHD/ASD.
* Evidence of an ability to manage own workload effectively and work autonomously.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, see the NHS Careers website.
Contact
CAMHS Team Leader – Kirsten Abraham
Phone: 01695684262
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