Community Learning Disability Nurse - Ellesmere Port and Chester
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
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 ideal for a Band 5 nurse seeking progression or an experienced Band 6 nurse passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities.
You will:
* 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.
* Clear progression from Band 5 to Band 6.
* 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.
Main duties of the job
Your Role at LD CAMHS
As a key team member, you will:
* Conduct Assessments: Evaluate behaviours of concern for young people (0-18), identify causes, and develop tailored intervention plans.
* Design Person-Centred Interventions: Create and implement plans that meet individual needs, improving quality of life.
* Apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS): Use PBS principles to assist families effectively. Training will be provided if needed.
* Facilitate Training: Deliver practical sessions for parents, caregivers, and professionals, with full preparation and support.
* Collaborate with Experts: Work with Learning Disability Nurses, Clinical Support Workers, Psychologists, and a Psychiatrist to provide holistic care.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health, and all-age disability care.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities).
* Demonstrate commitment to ongoing learning & development.
Knowledge and Expertise
* Learning Disability and child related policy.
* Safeguarding children.
* NHS policy/practice, e.g. health improvement/public health agenda.
* Ability to assess/plan/evaluate care to clients and parents or carers.
* Ability to participate in and develop nursing practice.
* Support clients in crisis.
* Ability to chair meetings and lead a team meeting.
* Deliver training to other professionals and services.
Experience
* Experience of working with children with Severe Learning Disabilities and challenging behaviour and/or mental health problems and their families/carers.
* Experience in working in a behavioural service, experience of a positive behaviour support model.
* Delivering training/parenting courses and presentations.
* Multi-agency/professional working.
* Clinical supervision of staff.
* Positive attitude to young people with Learning Disabilities.
* Awareness of relevant legislation and good practice relating to young people with Learning Disabilities.
* Experience of working in CAMHS.
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.
Address
LD CAMHS West - Ellesmere Port and Chester
Acorn Suite - 1829 Building
The Countess Of Chester Health Park, Chester, Cheshire
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