Neurodevelopmental Clinical Nurse Specialist
Are you passionate about supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Neurodevelopmental Conditions (NDC) Service at Oxford Health Trust.
Our NDC Service is renowned for its creativity, innovation, and forward-thinking approach, with a strong emphasis on research-led practice. As part of our team, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment that values professional development and collaboration.
* Wellbeing is our priority: We have an active Wellbeing Team dedicated to supporting staff with regular opportunities for supervision and peer support.
* Teamwork is at the heart of what we do: You will be part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team, fostering an ethos of collaboration, shared reflection, and professional growth.
What We're Looking for
* A qualified mental health nurse with a passion for working with individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions.
* Proven experience in managing complex cases and delivering high-quality care.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
If you're looking for a rewarding and impactful role that offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with neurodevelopmental and mental health needs, we'd love to hear from you!
Main Duties of the Job
We are seeking an experienced professional to take on a lead role in supporting children and young people with mental health needs. This position involves working closely with young people, their families, and the wider care team, providing tailored support within each individual's environment.
In this role, you will lead the assessment, planning, monitoring, and review of care needs, ensuring evidence-based therapeutic plans are implemented and regularly evaluated. You will also manage case coordination to ensure high-quality care is delivered consistently.
As a senior team member, you will set a strong example for professionalism, providing guidance and support to colleagues, service users, and external agencies. A key aspect of the role involves assessing and managing risk, including evaluating potential harm to self or others and addressing challenging or distressing behaviours with skill and compassion.
We are looking for someone with proven experience in supporting children and young people, particularly in mental health or therapeutic settings. Strong leadership, case management skills, and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams are essential. A commitment to compassionate, person-centred care is crucial.
About Us
Oxford Health is a great place to work. As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe, and excellent"
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount
* Lease car scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
* Staff networking and support groups
Job Responsibilities
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Mental Health Nurse with current registration with the relevant NMC professional body.
* QB and ADOS Trained
Experience
* Experience as a Band 6 Nurse, or equivalent.
* Substantial experience of working in a Mental Health or learning disability service.
* Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and working in partnership with a range of health, social care, and education professionals.
* Experience of contributing to the management of a clinic.
Skills
* The ability to work independently and autonomously with the support of clinical supervision and case management.
* Ability to undertake a range of clinical assessments and psycho-social interventions.
* Experience of positive risk taking.
* Experience of training other support staff and students.
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.
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