Neurodiversity Family Support Practitioner
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
In Kent, we are proud to be at the forefront of integrated multi-agency work with neurodivergent children and their families. We are launching our new Neurodiversity pathway, which brings together experts from a range of fields to provide universal and targeted information, advice, and guidance. We are frequently told that early identification of neurodevelopmental differences and robust planning can significantly improve a child's outcomes. Parents and practitioners have often felt frustrated by the current complex system of support, assessment, and intervention. Delivering a range of information, advice, and guidance, you will be central to improving the way in which we support children, families, and practitioners to navigate the many challenges and successes of being neurodivergent. Maidstone is the first area in the county to be selected for the new pathway roll-out, following a successful pilot in Tunbridge Wells. In time, it will be introduced in all mainstream schools in Kent and Medway.
Main duties of the job
Our Support Practitioners will:
* Deliver training and resources to support a more inclusive and adaptive school environment that celebrates neurodiversity through the use of a tool that enables identification of individual needs.
* Work in partnership with schools to provide additional support and guidance.
* Carry a caseload of families and work with key agencies (such as PCN Navigators) to ensure families are able to access the support that meets their needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Relevant degree and evidence of relevant postgraduate development at Level 6 or relevant experience. Evidence of Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice (e.g. clinical/counselling/psychology, CBT, DBT or family interventions, Neurodiversity/Autism).
* Management or supervisory qualification/programme of study.
* PRINCE 2 or equivalent project management training PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education Management or supervisory qualification or experience of study Working towards Master level study.
Experience
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in area of practice.
* Practical experience in managing health-related projects/complex caseloads.
* Supporting others (mentor/educator/supervisor) experience.
* Experience of leading and managing teams.
Knowledge
* Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance relevant to care setting and its application across health care services.
* Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months.
Skills and abilities
* Understanding of training needs in relation to post.
* Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organizational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation.
* Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups.
Personal attributes
* Ability to motivate and organize others to ensure best practice.
* Ability to manage and lead change.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Flexible and adaptable.
Ability to manage
* Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner.
* Ability to prioritize care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures.
* Ability to manage own time effectively.
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.
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum
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