Job summary The role of the Neurodevelopmental Support Worker requires a highly motivated and organised individual to organise,coordinate and support group intervention and lead on some of our Parent/Carer and Child/Young Person group sessions. A requirement to support families who have been identified as having neurodiverse needs by providing information andadvice as appropriate. Completion of clinical work under the supervision of experienced clinicians within the team. The role also includes a number of administrative duties including the screening of referral documentation and supportingdecision making of the team. Supporting the assessment process for our children and young people by collating information from home and school for the diagnostic clinicians. This is a fixed term post for 24 months to cover the needs of the service. Main duties of the job The post holder will work as part of the Early Help Neurodiversity Hub under the supervision of a qualified clinician. The role includes a number of administrative duties including the screening of referral documentation and supporting decision making of the team. Supporting the assessment process for our children and young people by collating information from home and school for the diagnostic clinicians. The role requires excellent communication skills, a high level of empathy and the ability to manage a mix of clinical and Administrative tasks with a flexible and adaptable attitude to work. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff. We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future. Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,928 to £29,551 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 040-ACS071-0325 Job locations Serennu Childrens Centre Cwrt Camlas Rogerstone NP10 9LY Job description Job responsibilities Carry a defined caseload of children and young people experiencing neurodiverse difficulties and require support to address their needs. This post has been created to support the clinical pathways in the Neurodevelopmental Services. The pathway focuses on group and individual work for both parents and for children and young people. Provide regular, timely contact and continuity of support to families of children and young people with neurodiverse needs. Provide a single-point-of-contact for information and advice for families and professionals. Co-ordinate services for the family and ensure their timely delivery across all agencies, to include anticipating the future needs of the family to ensure all intervention is timely, appropriate and informed by the familys priorities and/or child or young persons aspirations. Co-lead groups with senior clinicians as well as work with the clinical coordinator in the team to organise and arrange the groups. Job description Job responsibilities Carry a defined caseload of children and young people experiencing neurodiverse difficulties and require support to address their needs. This post has been created to support the clinical pathways in the Neurodevelopmental Services. The pathway focuses on group and individual work for both parents and for children and young people. Provide regular, timely contact and continuity of support to families of children and young people with neurodiverse needs. Provide a single-point-of-contact for information and advice for families and professionals. Co-ordinate services for the family and ensure their timely delivery across all agencies, to include anticipating the future needs of the family to ensure all intervention is timely, appropriate and informed by the familys priorities and/or child or young persons aspirations. Co-lead groups with senior clinicians as well as work with the clinical coordinator in the team to organise and arrange the groups. Person Specification Skills and Attributes Essential Significant experience of working with young people with Neurodevelopmental Disorders and/or Mental Health Needs in a community setting Experience supporting parents and families Desirable Experience of multi professional working Experience of group work Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Experience in a Health / Social Care Setting Relevant training / degree / equivalent experience in Neurodevelopment Conditions. Desirable Knowledge / Experience of working with children and families with a neurodiverse condition Skills and Attributes Essential Up to date knowledge of professional issues. Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal. Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Other Essential Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check Able to be independently mobile within a geographical area and able to travel within various locations across Gwent Commitment to client centred and non-discriminatory practice Desirable To be prepared to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and their families Person Specification Skills and Attributes Essential Significant experience of working with young people with Neurodevelopmental Disorders and/or Mental Health Needs in a community setting Experience supporting parents and families Desirable Experience of multi professional working Experience of group work Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Experience in a Health / Social Care Setting Relevant training / degree / equivalent experience in Neurodevelopment Conditions. Desirable Knowledge / Experience of working with children and families with a neurodiverse condition Skills and Attributes Essential Up to date knowledge of professional issues. Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal. Desirable Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Other Essential Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check Able to be independently mobile within a geographical area and able to travel within various locations across Gwent Commitment to client centred and non-discriminatory practice Desirable To be prepared to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and their families 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Address Serennu Childrens Centre Cwrt Camlas Rogerstone NP10 9LY Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)