Lead Nurse: Learning Disability & Autism (Clinical Leader)

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Lead Nurse for Learning Disability and Autism. This role involves providing clinical leadership, developing initiatives for improvement in care, and ensuring that healthcare services meet the needs of individuals with learning disabilities. Candidates should have a strong nursing background, management training, and expertise in safeguarding and positive behaviour support. The position offers a competitive salary and supports flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Rich benefits package

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with clinical experience in learning disabilities.
• Significant post-registration education and development.
• Management and leadership skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to clinical teams in learning disability services.
• Promote awareness of care access for individuals with disabilities.
• Develop and implement training programs for clinical staff.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Knowledge of learning disabilities

Positive behaviour support

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Degree-level education

Management training

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Lead Nurse for Learning Disability and Autism. This role involves providing clinical leadership, developing initiatives for improvement in care, and ensuring that healthcare services meet the needs of individuals with learning disabilities. Candidates should have a strong nursing background, management training, and expertise in safeguarding and positive behaviour support. The position offers a competitive salary and supports flexible working arrangements.