Employer: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: LD CAMHS West - Ellesmere Port and Chester
Location: The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, Cheshire
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 20/02/2025 23:59
Community Learning Disability Nurse - Ellesmere Port and Chester
Band 5
Job Overview
We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000.
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply.
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 for a Band 5 nurse passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities.
Main Duties of the Job
Your Role at LD CAMHS
* 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.
* 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.
Why Join Us?
Grow your career, innovate your practice, and make a meaningful difference in your community. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become a vital part of our LD CAMHS team!
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities).
Knowledge and Expertise
* Learning Disability and child related policy.
* Knowledge about Safeguarding children.
* NHS policy/practice, e.g. health improvement/public health agenda.
* Excellent communicator – written and oral.
* Proven, demonstrable experience of innovation and commitment to lifelong learning.
* Knowledge and understanding of Mental health issues for people with learning disabilities.
Experience
* Experience of working with people with a learning disability.
* Previous Community Nurse experience.
* Experience of working in CAMHS.
* Experience of positive parenting initiatives.
* Experience of working with children with Severe Learning Disabilities and mental health problems and their families/carers.
Additional Information
If you consider yourself Neurodivergent and need help to complete your application form, please contact cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or telephone 01244 393100.
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