Advanced Clinical Practitioner Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Nhs View All Jobs; Clyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea Bay University Health Board in Swansea is recruiting for a senior practitioner role that combines advanced clinical practice, staff leadership and service improvement within the Neurodevelopmental Service. The post holder will contribute to ASD/ADHD pathways, support timely, safe and person-centred care, and lead multi-disciplinary governance and supervision.

Welsh language skills are desirable; you will influence service redesign, use data and audits to drive quality and workforce

Qualifications

• Extensive post-registration clinical experience in advanced practice.
• Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Welsh Speaker (Level 1) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, autonomous clinical practice within the Neurodevelopmental Service.
• Lead and support MDT through professional supervision and line management.
• Drive service improvement through pathway redesign and data-driven quality measures.
• Represent the service in education, local authority, CAMHS and partner forums.

Skills

Advanced clinical practice

Leadership

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Level 7 Education (Master's Degree)

Professional registration (NMC, HCPC)

Job description

This is a senior practitioner role combining advanced clinical practice, staff leadership, service improvement and system-wide collaboration. The post holder will be a key contributor to the delivery, quality and ongoing development of neurodevelopmental assessment pathways, supporting safe, timely and person-centred care. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply Main duties of the job Main duties include advanced, autonomous clinical practice within the Neurodevelopmental Service, contributing to ASD and Dual Diagnosis (ASD/ADHD) diagnostic pathways. The post holder will undertake complex assessment, formulation and clinical decision-making within agreed scope and governance, and provide expert advice and leadership across the MDT to support high-quality diagnostic outcomes. Responsibilities also include day-to-day professional and operational leadership, line management/clinical supervision, and supporting induction, supervision and competency development. The role leads service improvement (pathway redesign, efficiency and reducing unwarranted variation), supports delivery of national priorities (timely access and prudent, value-based care), and uses data/audit/feedback to drive quality improvement and business/workforce planning. The post holder contributes to clinical governance, audit, risk and assurance; ensures practice aligns with professional standards, national guidance and local policy; and supports learning from incidents/complaints/feedback. The role is a key liaison with education, local authority, CAMHS, primary care and third-sector partners, promotes effective multi-agency working in line with ALN responsibilities, and represents the service at relevant forums. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing qualification
• Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.

Experience Essential

• Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area.
• Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.

Essential Aptitude and abilities Essential

• Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
• Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
• Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Other Essential

• Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation.
• Able to work hours flexibly.

Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential

• Professional registration
• Level 7 Education (Master's Degree) relevant to area of practice.
• Professional registration (NMC,HCPC) NMC HCPC
• Evidence of maintaining an Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio
• Advanced specialist knowledge of patient pathways.
• Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing qualification
• Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.

Experience Essential

• Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area.
• Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.

Essential Aptitude and abilities Essential

• Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
• Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
• Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1), Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation.
• Able to work hours flexibly.

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK wecan offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.