Band 5 Children's Learning Disability Nurse

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic learning disability nurse to support children with learning disabilities. The role involves managing a caseload, providing guidance to families, and coordinating group activities. Candidates need to have excellent communication skills and a full UK driving licence. This position offers an opportunity to work within a supportive multi-professional team with a focus on positive outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Full current UK driving licence and regular access to a car for community visits.
• Relevant community exposure/experience in nursing and delivering high quality care.
• Ability to manage own time and own caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a named caseload of children under the supervision of a senior nurse.
• Provide one-to-one support and guidance for children and parents.
• Coordinate group activities and workshops for identified groups.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-working

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Engagement with parents

Job description

About the Service

Our Solihull Children’s Learning Disability Nursing service is based at Friars Gate, one of UHB Trust’s Solihull Community sites. We have an established Learning Disability Nursing service and work with children, young people and their families offering care and support in relation to moderate to severe learning disability. This service is integrated with the Solihull Children’s Community Nursing Team and Solihull Special School Nursing Team and has a close working relationship with Solihull Community Paediatrics medical and therapy Services.

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate learning disability nurse to support the co‑ordination, provision and progression of this service. We are part of a multi‑professional team and pride ourselves in the positive outcomes we support children and young people to achieve.

This role requires a candidate who is confident and enthusiastic about supporting children with learning disabilities to maximise their potential and who can confidently and enthusiastically engage with and support parents. It may also on occasion include some clinical intervention and skills‑based competencies.

The team operates from 09.00 – 17.00 hours Monday to Friday and this post is 30 hours expected to be worked over 5 days.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a named caseload of children under the supervision of a senior nurse and provide evidence‑based quality care.
• Provide 1‑to‑1 support for children and young people and 1‑to‑1 advice and guidance for parents and carers.
• Co‑ordinate group activities and workshops for identified groups of children and parents.
• Maintain good knowledge of general IT systems and patient recording systems.
• Work within a multi‑professional team and liaise with education staff, school well‑being teams and the local community.
• Support the local special school, nursery or acute inpatient area as a link nurse.

Requirements

• Full current UK driving licence and regular access to a car for community visits.
• Relevant community exposure/experience, excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high quality care.
• Good team‑working and interpersonal skills, ability to manage own time and own caseload.
• Flexible working approach and ability to adapt to the needs of children and families.
• Confidence and enthusiasm to engage with parents and support children with learning disabilities.
• Where applicable, skills‑based competencies and clinical intervention experience.

Benefits

UHB Trust offers an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported. We provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities and are committed to diversity and inclusion.