Senior Community Learning Disability Nurse (CPH)

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Greater London is seeking a Qualified RNLD to deliver evidence-based care for individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves assessing complex clinical issues, collaborating with various professionals, and developing training for staff and carers. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in this field and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. An inclusive workplace environment is emphasized, particularly to support applicants with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive post qualification experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Ongoing CPD relevant to the role.
• Leadership experience within a Specialist Community Learning Disability Health service.

Responsibilities

• Applies evidence-based care to support physical well-being.
• Can assess and manage complex clinical issues.
• Liaisons with multi-disciplinary colleagues to address social well-being barriers.
• Develops training for staff and service users around health promotion.
• Facilitates service users in overcoming barriers to accessing primary care.

Skills

Leadership abilities within own profession and beyond

Able to inspire and lead on new developments

Education

Qualified RNLD

Masters or equivalent experience

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

It is expected that the post holder:

• Applies evidence-based care to support physical well-being utilising Learning Disability specific and mainstream health targets.
• Can assess and manage complex clinical issues in relation to service users; Can advise and collaborate with carers; professionals; other agencies to around complex clinical interventions and outcomes.
• Assesses, implements and critically evaluates intervention outcomes to maintain and improve the physical well-being of service users. Involves other agencies/services as appropriate to meet need.
• Liaises with multi-disciplinary colleagues and other professionals / agencies to address issues that create barriers to social well-being and reports on unmet needs and obstacles to senior colleagues.
• Develops training for staff, users and carers around health promotion.
• Facilitate service users and carers in overcoming barriers to accessing primary care and other NHS services.

For full details on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Qualified RNLD
• Masters or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Ongoing CPD relevant to the role

Experience

Essential criteria

• Extensive post qualification experience supporting people with learning disabilities

Desirable criteria

• Leadership experience within a Specialist Community Learning Disability Health service

Skills / Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Leadership abilities within own profession and beyond
• Able to inspire and lead on new developments

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports individuals of all abilities. Remember, if you meet the minimum criteria for this role and you have a disability, you can be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme - Please ensure you select this on your application form. We would encourage you to be open about your needs so we can work with you to design a comfortable and accessible interview experience. Any information you provide regarding a disability or a need for adjustments will be treated in confidence and will only be shared with colleagues who are supporting this request.

If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know by adding the relevant details when scheduling your preferred interview date and time. Please feel free to contact the appointing manager to discuss your needs.

We encourage applicants to contact the hiring manager before their interview, if they have any questions about the role or the process. This is a great way to get clarity and prepare effectively for the interview.

If you have declared you are part of the armed forces community, you may be asked to provide evidence during the recruitment process. If you misrepresent this information, your offer may be withdrawn. For Armed Forces specific support, see our webpage: https://oxleas.nhs.uk/armed-forces-community/

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it's essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section. While AI can help streamline the writing process, these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you're applying for. There is also a risk that it can generate false or misleading information. AI-generated job applications can often be generic, impersonal and may not accurately reflect your qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experiences. It is crucial that you personalise your supporting statement by articulating these in your unique voice. Relying solely on AI to write your application or supporting information section is not advocated by Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust and could negatively impact your chances of success in the application process.

We monitor applications for any behaviour that could create an unfair advantage, and we check all references carefully. You are likely to be tested on your experience at interview, so be honest and make sure all the information in your application is correct. Please note that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is prohibited during the interview process.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 312.4KB)
• Important Additional Information For Candidates (please read carefully) (PDF, 160.6KB)
• Privacy Notice for Staff (PDF, 268.6KB)
• Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.5MB)