Job summary An exciting opportunity has become available within the Children and Young People, Neurodevelopmental post diagnostic pathway (ADHD Clinic) for a Specialist Nurse - Non-medical Prescriber (NMP). The successful candidate will work alongside medics, non-medical prescribers, clinic nurses and support workers within the service to provide treatment for children requiring treatment for ADHD. The successful candidate will be responsible for initiating, titrating and monitoring ongoing medication as per the NICE Guidelines. The post holder will hold a caseload of Children and Young people across two localities, reviewing accordingly. Completing audits and caseload reviews. Supporting the ADHD Pod (small MDT within the wider team) to review cases. The post holder will support in CYPS duty team, responding to urgent contact from families, and offering advice and signposting to relevant locality specific services. An important part of the role will be that of providing training for the team, new staff and students. Main duties of the job Essential criteria to have a non medical prescribing qualification. The post holder would have relevant knowledge and experience in Children and Young People's Services and/or ADHD treatment, and have a clear understanding of the NICE guidelines. Work across both Newcastle and Gateshead conducting prescribing assessments and offering prescribing support: Titrating new patients onto ADHD medications. Titrating existing patients and continuation of prescribing for those already on a prescription. To act as a point of contact for any prescribing issues. The post holder would be expected to provide clinical supervision and have leadership skills in order to support the wider team. There would be an expectation of the post holder to support and lead in strategic prescribing reviews held in conjunction with the service user and/or carer, and frequently liaising with schools and social care. Service and Pathway development. Attending safeguarding meetings and completing concise reports for the same. The successful post holder will be expected to demonstrate strong commitment to high quality client care, good organisational skills and be able to demonstrate prioritisation of workload. Managing diary independently and utilising organisation skills to ensure reviews are completed in accordance with NICE Guidelines timeframes. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-CCG25-045-AB Job locations Children and Young People Services - Newcastle and Gateshead Benton House / Bensham Hospital Across both localities of Newcastle and Gateshead NE2 1QE Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for additional details. Advertising date : 30th January 2025 Closing date : 13th February 2025 We welcome your application. Please note this Agenda for Change job description fits most accurately with the specialist nurse - NMP role, however references working with adults rather than children. This post is to work within Children and Young People services, working with children and their families. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for additional details. Advertising date : 30th January 2025 Closing date : 13th February 2025 We welcome your application. Please note this Agenda for Change job description fits most accurately with the specialist nurse - NMP role, however references working with adults rather than children. This post is to work within Children and Young People services, working with children and their families. Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential First Level Nursing Qualification and Registration Minimum two years' experience post registration. Safeguarding Children and Adults Training Non Medical Prescribing Qualification Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway. Student Nurse Assessor Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge and Experience of working with Children and Young people including NICE guidelines for ADHD prescribing Experience in management of complex cases Collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines including MDT settings Experience of providing clinical supervision to staff Experience of Initiating, Titrating and Monitoring medications Experience in duty / mental health services Desirable Experience of working within a community team Experience of 2 years of NMP Skills and Competencies Essential Excellent communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills Evidence of leadership skills Evidence of organisation skills, efficient diary management and administration skills. Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Excellent time and case management skills. Able to maintain professional development. Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential First Level Nursing Qualification and Registration Minimum two years' experience post registration. Safeguarding Children and Adults Training Non Medical Prescribing Qualification Degree or equivalent qualification or experience in evidence based psychological therapies relevant to Pathway. Student Nurse Assessor Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge and Experience of working with Children and Young people including NICE guidelines for ADHD prescribing Experience in management of complex cases Collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines including MDT settings Experience of providing clinical supervision to staff Experience of Initiating, Titrating and Monitoring medications Experience in duty / mental health services Desirable Experience of working within a community team Experience of 2 years of NMP Skills and Competencies Essential Excellent communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. Ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills Evidence of leadership skills Evidence of organisation skills, efficient diary management and administration skills. Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Excellent time and case management skills. Able to maintain professional development. 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. Certificate 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Children and Young People Services - Newcastle and Gateshead Benton House / Bensham Hospital Across both localities of Newcastle and Gateshead NE2 1QE Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)