Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

Midlands Partnership University Nhs Foundation Trust; Cannock Chase; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Fixed Term Children and Young People’s Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join an established multidisciplinary autism and neurodevelopmental pathway.

You will assess, support and guide development in neurodevelopmental conditions for children and young people, working within a multidisciplinary team including a Consultant Psychiatrist and psychologists.

Qualifications

• Registration in one of: Nursing, Social Work, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Other AHP.
• Extensive post-registration experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurodevelopmental assessments and observations in clinical or community settings.
• Collaborate with paediatricians, psychologists, therapists and educators to create holistic care plans.
• Support families with information, advice and tailored interventions.
• Contribute to MDT meetings and case discussions.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary autism assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and support service audits and quality improvement.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and contribute to training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Report writing

NICE guidelines

Equality and anti-discrimination

Organisational skills

Accurate record keeping

Job description

Job summary

Are you passionate and dedicated about supporting children's neurodevelopment and making a real difference in young lives?

We are recruiting a Fixed Term Children and Young People's Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team within the NHS. This new exciting role working within our established autism service and our new developing neurodevelopmental pathway and service. This offers the opportunity to work with children, young people and families to assess, support, and guide development in a range of neurodevelopmental conditions including autism spectrum disorders and ADHD.

We are looking for anyone with relevant professional registration in either: Nursing, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Psychology.

You will have experience working with children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Possess strong communication skills with children, families, and professionals.

You will work independently within an established multi-disciplinary team working alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologists, Nurses and AHP professionals. You will have access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Supporting our staff is very important to us and we offer staff supervision both clinically and managerially on a regular basis, promoting staff wellbeing.

Flexible working arrangements can be considered.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct neurodevelopmental assessments and observations in clinical settings or community environments
• Collaborate with paediatricians, psychologists, therapists, and educators to create holistic care plans
• Support families by providing information, advice, and interventions tailored to individual needs
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions
• Contribute to multidisciplinary autism assessments
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and contribute to training and professional development

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted: 28 August 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 301-LG-26-8245426

Job locations:
Anglesey House
Wheelhouse Road
Rugeley
WS15 1UL
United Kingdom

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

• Relevant professional registration in one of the following: Nursing, Social Work, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Other Allied Health Professional
• Extensive post-registration experience

Desirable

• Training and experience in completing: ADOS, ADI-R
• Post Graduate training in Mental Health and/or Child Development and/or Neurodevelopment

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience working with children and young people with significant social, communication difficulties
• Experience of collaborative working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Significant experience as a practitioner in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services and / or Neurodevelopment Service

Desirable

• Experience of contributing towards Autism assessments in children and young people
• Experience of working in community settings and of autonomous decision making
• Experience and ability to carry out clinical audit

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with families and young people in a supportive and empathic way
• Ability to communicate effectively as part of a team
• Proven track record of high-quality report writing and record keeping
• Knowledge of relevant NICE Guidelines
• Demonstrate understanding of Equality and Anti-discriminatory practice
• Excellent organisational and time keeping skills and ability to meet deadlines linked to KPI's
• Accurate and timely recording and maintenance of information systems

Desirable

• Experience of writing neurodevelopmental assessment reports
• Experience of reviewing clinical documents to inform assessments

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Team player, integrity, negotiation skills, good time management/organisation skills
• Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour
• Possesses values and beliefs that enables others to deliver services effectively
• Passion for working with children with social and communication interaction difficulties

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address:
Anglesey House
Wheelhouse Road
Rugeley
WS15 1UL
United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:
Team Lead
Kellee Ward
[e-mail]
03003030691