Neurodiversity Peer Support Apprentice

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust is offering an apprenticeship opportunity for a Neurodiversity Peer Support Worker to join the Children's Neurodevelopmental Service. The role focuses on using lived experience to support children, young people and families navigating neurodevelopmental pathways.

As an apprentice, you will gain experience, training, and the necessary tools to thrive, with around 20% of working hours spent on training or studying, leading to a nationally

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to the role.
• No additional formal qualifications required beyond apprenticeship entry options.

Responsibilities

• Build supportive and trusting relationships with children, young people and families.
• Share your lived experience in a purposeful and professional way to inspire hope and confidence.
• Support children and young people to understand their strengths, needs and preferences.
• Help develop communication passports, self-advocacy tools and practical strategies.
• Support engagement with appointments and services.
• Provide information, signposting and practical support.
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, community organisations and families.
• Contribute to service improvement and co-production activities.

Job description

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust is offering an apprenticeship opportunity for a Neurodiversity Peer Support Worker to join the Children's Neurodevelopmental Service. The role focuses on using lived experience to support children, young people and families navigating neurodevelopmental pathways.

As an apprentice, you will gain experience, training, and the necessary tools to thrive, with around 20% of working hours spent on training or studying, leading to a nationally