Paediatric Learning Disability and Autism Nurse

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a passionate Learning Disability Nurse to join our dedicated team at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire. The role focuses on providing clinical and educational support to enhance the health and wellbeing of children with learning disabilities and autism, playing a key role within a multi-disciplinary team. Offering a supportive environment, competitive salary, and flexibility, this is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional looking to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing children and young people with learning disabilities and autism.
• Familiarity with national and local paediatric guidelines.
• Ability to engage in clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop and deliver training plans for staff.
• Provide clinical leadership in managing children with learning disabilities.
• Support children and their families in clinical management.

Skills

Professional clinical leadership

Child protection procedures

Positive attitudes towards patients

Education

Current UK professional nursing registration

Job description

Job summary

Are you a passionate Learning Disability Nurse, or Paediatric Nurse with experience in caring for Children and Young people with Learning Disabilities? Do you wish to pursue a specialist nursing role?

We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team of dedicated staff here at UHCW who always strive to put the needs of the child and the voice of the child first.

The post holder will be the expert in providing clinical and educational support across all aspects of learning disability and autism. They will be expected to co-ordinate, develop and deliver appropriate training plans, supervision/ debriefing and support to all staff across the unit.

This post will play a key role implementing interventions to promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people and the families affected by learning disabilities and autism. The post will assist the Paediatric Nursing team in providing additional support for any child or young person who requires it. They will be the main link in learning disability and autism care, working as an integral member of the Multi-disciplinary Team who will positively represent the needs and rights of children and young people with learning disabilities and autism promoting equality.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

As an inclusive employer we work hard to be flexible, we are happy to create opportunities for flexible working to attract and retain talent which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Please feel free to contact the Recruiting Manager to see what this could look like for you in practice.

We have a supportive and welcoming team which includes the Paediatric Adolescent Lead, Ward Management team, Paediatric Matrons, Paediatric Practice Educators, and a dedicated Paediatric Workforce Lead. Together they will ensure you receive the support you require throughout the recruitment process as well as overseeing your training and induction requirements to enable you to carry out your role.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details Date posted

09 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

218-NM-B7-7135463-A

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford bridge road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Job description Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with the code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain own clinical competency in line with the NMC Code of Professional standards of practice for nurses, midwifes and nursing associates.
• Promote best practice in line with current paediatric national and local guidelines.
• Promote best practice in ensuring NMC Record Keeping Standards.
• Act as a clinical role model promoting the professional image of nursing within the Trust and ensuring that nursing practice is in accordance with the Trusts policies and procedures and statutory nursing bodies legislation.
• To provide visible, credible professional clinical leadership, supporting the clinical management of children with Learning Disabilities and Autism who have been admitted to the acute paediatric unit or are in A&E.
• The post holder will provide specialist nursing support for patients and their parents or carers in a timely and appropriate manner that optimises clinical management of learning disability and autism.
• Actively engage in and deliver clinical supervision/ debriefing for self and others.
• Promotion of positive attitudes and responses towards patients with learning disabilities and autism, challenging negative attitudes at all levels.
• In collaboration with Paediatric Lead Nurse to take on the responsibility for relevant service development.
• Leads on the development, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of the services guidelines / policies for best clinical practice. Advise clinicians and colleagues on changes to practice.
• To maintain knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to children and adolescents including safeguarding children and young people, child protection procedures and policies.
• To manage and participate in appraisals and personal reviews for themselves and members of the team and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own actions in accordance with the code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain own clinical competency in line with the NMC Code of Professional standards of practice for nurses, midwifes and nursing associates.
• Promote best practice in line with current paediatric national and local guidelines.
• Promote best practice in ensuring NMC Record Keeping Standards.
• Act as a clinical role model promoting the professional image of nursing within the Trust and ensuring that nursing practice is in accordance with the Trusts policies and procedures and statutory nursing bodies legislation.
• To provide visible, credible professional clinical leadership, supporting the clinical management of children with Learning Disabilities and Autism who have been admitted to the acute paediatric unit or are in A&E.
• The post holder will provide specialist nursing support for patients and their parents or carers in a timely and appropriate manner that optimises clinical management of learning disability and autism.
• Actively engage in and deliver clinical supervision/ debriefing for self and others.
• Promotion of positive attitudes and responses towards patients with learning disabilities and autism, challenging negative attitudes at all levels.
• In collaboration with Paediatric Lead Nurse to take on the responsibility for relevant service development.
• Leads on the development, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of the services guidelines / policies for best clinical practice. Advise clinicians and colleagues on changes to practice.
• To maintain knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to children and adolescents including safeguarding children and young people, child protection procedures and policies.
• To manage and participate in appraisals and personal reviews for themselves and members of the team and work to achieve agreed set objectives.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

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Experience Essential

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Knowledge Essential

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Skills Essential

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential

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Person Specification Qualifications Essential

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Experience Essential

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Desirable

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Knowledge Essential

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Desirable

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Skills Essential

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Desirable

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford bridge road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford bridge road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)