LD & Vulnerabilities Specialist - Part-Time (NHS)

Transformation Unit; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Car leasing scheme

Free parking

Staff networks

Job summary

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter is seeking a Learning Disabilities and Vulnerabilities Specialist on a fixed-term, part-time basis (12 months, job share). The role focuses on improving care for adults and children with learning disabilities, autism and dementia, within the safeguarding team.

You will lead LD, autism and vulnerability initiatives, advise on safeguarding reviews, and help embed dementia-friendly practices across the Trust, promoting independence and

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with RMN or RNLD qualification.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Leadership qualification or evidence of leadership training.

Responsibilities

• Implement Trust wide Learning Disability and vulnerable patient policies to improve experiences.
• Lead LEDER for the Trust in collaboration with safeguarding and deaths reviews.
• Champion LD, Autism and vulnerabilities and educate staff on improving experiences.
• Provide guidance on safeguarding reviews for LD, autism, dementia or other vulnerabilities.
• Improve care for people with learning disabilities, autism and dementia.
• Support dementia-friendly employment and communities within SWASFT.

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse

Master’s Degree or equivalent level experience in relevant field

Additional leadership qualification

Job description

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter is seeking a Learning Disabilities and Vulnerabilities Specialist on a fixed-term, part-time basis (12 months, job share). The role focuses on improving care for adults and children with learning disabilities, autism and dementia, within the safeguarding team.

You will lead LD, autism and vulnerability initiatives, advise on safeguarding reviews, and help embed dementia-friendly practices across the Trust, promoting independence and