Community Learning Disability Health Check Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare service in Scotland seeks a Community Learning Disability Health Check Nurse for a permanent position. The role involves conducting health checks in various settings and working closely with individuals with learning disabilities. The ideal candidate must have NMC registration, a valid driver's license, and skills in communication and teamwork. This position offers a competitive salary of £41,608 - £50,702 with additional allowances, providing a chance to make a meaningful impact within the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold NMC Registration to practice as a nurse.
• A valid Driver's Licence is required.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health checks both in-clinic and community settings.
• Determine appropriate recommendations and referrals based on assessments.
• Collaborate with primary care and learning disability services.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of health needs of people with learning disabilities

Education

NMC Registration

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Mental Health and Learning Disability Service

Community Learning Disability Health Check Nurse

Band 6 £41,608 - £50,702 per annum

plus £1,406 Distant Islands Allowance per annum

37 hrs per week

Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NHS Western Isles Mental Health/Learning Disability team. We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced individual to join the Community Mental Health Team in Lewis and Harris on a permanent basis.

The NHS Western Isles operates a Nurse-Led service which implements the Scottish Government Directive “The Annual Health Checks for People with Learning Disabilities (Scotland) Directions 2022”.

You will be responsible for the undertaking of health checks within the board area both within clinic and community environments as well as in the individual’s own home. As part of the health check, you will determine appropriate recommendations and referrals based on your assessment and the most up-to-date evidence-based practice. You will work with the wider primary care and learning disability services to reduce barriers to accessing health services for this population group.

You should be experienced in working with individuals with learning disabilities and have excellent knowledge of health needs of people with learning disabilities. Shift Pattern - Monday-Thursday 09.00-17.00 Friday 09.00-4.30

Post holder must have:

• NMC Registration
• Driver's Licence

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and team working skills, who is ready to provide a high standard of care within the Learning Disability Service as part of the Community Mental Health Team.

For further information, please contact Debbie Macrae, SCN Community Mental Health Team, on Tel No: 01851 703069.

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

Closing Date 8th January 2026