Community Learning Disability Nurse- Ellesmere Port and Chester
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
We're looking for an enthusiastic Learning Disability Nurse to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Ellesmere Port and Chester. This role is ideal for a Band 5 nurse seeking progression or an experienced Band 6 nurse passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities.
You will:
* Provide specialised support to children with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
* Deliver group training for parents, caregivers, and professionals.
* Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team for person-centered care.
* Receive tailored training to lead parent and professional sessions confidently.
What We Offer
* A supportive, inclusive work environment.
* Clear progression from Band 5 to Band 6.
* Ongoing training and development.
* The chance to make a real impact on families' lives.
What We're Looking For
* A registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD).
* Passion for working with children and adolescents.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Experience or willingness to deliver training with our support.
Your Role at LD CAMHS
As a key team member, you will:
* Conduct Assessments: Evaluate behaviours of concern for young people (0-18), identify causes, and develop tailored intervention plans.
* Design Person-Centred Interventions: Create and implement plans that meet individual needs, improving quality of life.
* Apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS): Use PBS principles to assist families effectively. Training will be provided if needed.
* Facilitate Training: Deliver practical sessions for parents, caregivers, and professionals, with full preparation and support.
* Collaborate with Experts: Work with Learning Disability Nurses, Clinical Support Workers, Psychologists, and a Psychiatrist to provide holistic care.
Why Join Us? Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while receiving tailored training and career development in a supportive team environment.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities).
* Demonstrate commitment to ongoing learning & development.
Knowledge and Expertise
* Learning Disability and child related policy
* Safeguarding children
* NHS policy/practice, e.g. health improvement/public health agenda.
* Ability to assess/plan/evaluate care to clients and parents or carers
* Ability to participate in and develop nursing practice
* Support clients in crisis
* Ability to chair meetings and lead a team meeting
* Deliver training to other professionals and services.
Experience
* Experience of working with children with Severe Learning Disabilities and challenging behaviour and or mental health problems and their families/ carers
* Experience in working in a behavioural service, experience of a positive behaviour support model
* Delivering training/parenting courses and presentations
* Multi-agency/ professional working
* Clinical supervision of staff
* Positive attitude to young people with Learning Disabilities
* Awareness of relevant legislation and good practice relating to young people with Learning Disabilities (Valuing People)
* Experience of working in CAMHS
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.
Address
LD CAMHS West- Ellesmere Port and Chester
Acorn Suite- 1829 Building
The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, Cheshire
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
373-CYP1352
Job locations
LD CAMHS West- Ellesmere Port and Chester
Acorn Suite- 1829 Building
The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, Cheshire
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