Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist - Learning Disabilities

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Croydon is seeking a Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead Community Learning Disability Nurses. The role requires strong leadership skills and experience supervising nursing staff. Candidates should hold a relevant nursing degree and possess excellent communication abilities. This full-time position offers a salary between £61,631 to £68,623 per year with opportunities for professional development and service innovation.

Qualifications

• RNLD/RNMH with current UK NMC registration.
• Experience supervising Nurses at Band 6/7 and below.
• Knowledge of legislative frameworks affecting service user groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Community Learning Disability Nurses.
• Ensure quality Community Nursing Service delivery.
• Lead the modernization of Community Learning Disability Nursing.

Skills

Leadership

Nurse supervision

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent in nursing

Masters preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist - Learning Disabilities

JOB SUMMARY

• Provide leadership, management support, and supervision for Community Learning Disability Nurses.
• Ensure an effective and quality Community Nursing Service as part of the Community Learning Disability team.
• Lead the development and modernization of Community Learning Disability Nursing.
• Support service delivery to meet capacity, demand, and access targets within commissioned and national standards.
• Assist in developing team functions related to Transforming Care, Behaviour Support, and Quality Assurance.
• Interpret and communicate complex information to team members and external parties.

Interviews: 15th September 2025

Main Duties

Management Responsibilities

Lead the Community Nurses within an interdisciplinary team, adhering to service policies and procedures.

• Accountable for Service Level Agreement targets to positively impact budget performance.
• Designated person in charge of the team, including budget management of devolved budgets.
• Ensure regular clinical supervision and appraisals for all Community Nurses, in partnership with the Operational Clinical Lead.
• Manage caseloads effectively, including referral processing and monitoring.
• Develop and review work plans through supervision to meet service needs.
• Foster effective team working within the Community Learning Disability Team.
• Support deployment of staff to meet service demands.
• Respond to and manage complaints according to Trust and Council policies.
• Promote interdisciplinary and interagency collaboration with voluntary and statutory organizations.

About Us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon, with a diverse and relatively young population of over 360,000 people. Our main hospital, Croydon University Hospital, is one of London's busiest. We focus on delivering healthcare outside hospitals through clinics, specialist centers, and home visits. We value education and training for our staff and are committed to innovation and service transformation.

Job Details

Date posted: 14 August 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £61,631 to £68,623 per year including HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon, CR0 1EA

Job Responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) for detailed information about the role.

Person Specification

Essential

• RNLD/RNMH with current UK NMC registration; post-qualification training/experience; degree or equivalent; Masters preferred.
• Knowledge of legislative and policy frameworks affecting the relevant service user groups.
• Experience supervising Nurses at Band 6/7 and below, including appraisals and personal development planning.
• Leadership and service development experience.
• Ability to manage activity targets and analyze data.

Desirable

• Effective communication across organizations and disciplines.
• Understanding of clinical governance in community nursing.

Additional Requirements

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure and Barring Service check is required. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, visit the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Employer: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address: Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon, CR0 1EA

Website: https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/