Community Learning Disability Nurse (PBS & Community Care)

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in North Tyneside is seeking a Community Learning Disability Nurse to join a large, supportive team. The role involves carrying a personal caseload, delivering assessment, planning, and continuous care for people with learning disabilities, and working with families and carers to improve health and wellbeing.

The post offers opportunities for supervision, regular team meetings, and ongoing professional development within a PBS framework.

Qualifications

• Registered Learning Disability Nurse placed as a core requirement.
• Mentorship qualification or equivalent, to be completed within 18 months.
• Advanced practice with specialist knowledge in LD care (BSc, Diploma, or equivalent).
• Experience in community setting and with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing to adults and children with learning disabilities in North Tyneside.
• Collaborate across Primary and secondary care for equitable access.
• Coordinate with agencies to support communication and access.
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support plans and crisis interventions.

Skills

Nursing registration

Learning disability care

Mentorship qualification

Advanced practice

Community health delivery

Education

BSc Nursing (or Diploma)

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in North Tyneside is seeking a Community Learning Disability Nurse to join a large, supportive team. The role involves carrying a personal caseload, delivering assessment, planning, and continuous care for people with learning disabilities, and working with families and carers to improve health and wellbeing.

The post offers opportunities for supervision, regular team meetings, and ongoing professional development within a PBS framework.