Neurodiversity Lead

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Neurodiversity Lead for its Mental Health team in Derbyshire. This full-time, permanent position involves providing critical support for individuals with neurodiversity and long-term neurological conditions within a prison setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical knowledge, experience in neurodiversity roles, and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Bespoke induction program

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience with long-term neurological conditions required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and/or indirect support for those with neurodiversity.
• Support with long-term neurological conditions and prison staff training.
• Guide prison colleagues on neurodiversity and learning disability pathways.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge and experience

Experience in a neurodiversity role

Evidence of 3 years post-registration study

Experience of managing cases & caseloads

Education

Qualified RMN / RGN/ RNLD or appropriate professional registration

Job description

Overview

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Neurodiversity Lead to join our Mental Health team at HMP Foston Hall, a closed category women's Prison and Young Offenders Institution, located in the village of Foston in Derbyshire, England.

There will be support with upskilling and training for the role, with the provision you are committed to the role.

Hours

Monday to Friday 9-5 or 8-4pm; no nights or weekends.

Salary

This position is full time. You’ll receive an annual salary up to £49,191 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

How we will support you

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK and, due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Neurodiversity Lead, your responsibilities will vary. You will:

• Provide direct and/or indirect support for those presenting with neurodiversity/learning difficulties
• Provide support for those with long-term neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia and support the IMHT with training in relevant areas
• Provide guidance to prison colleagues to inform prison plans and improve prisoner management and safety
• Help shape and inform the neurodiversity and Learning disability pathways within Practice Plus Group and liaise with NHSE colleagues to ensure robust clinical practice

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, including internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesn’t stop there, we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We’re the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Group’s purpose is to unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• We treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• We act with integrity
• We embrace diversity
• We strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for fair and inclusive healthcare access for all.

Qualifications required

• Qualified RMN / RGN/ RNLD or an appropriate professional registration
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience
• Experience in a neurodiversity role and with those needs
• Evidence of 3 years post-registration study / continuing professional development (e.g., Mentorship in Practice)
• Experience of managing cases & caseloads

Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding for healthcare professionals. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new daily, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Details

Date posted: 30 October 2025

Salary pay scheme: Other

Salary: £43,609 to £49,191 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 12131-3

Job locations: Foston, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5DN

Employer: Practice Plus Group

Employer’s website: https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/