Senior Lead Practitioner for Forensic Autism (Adults 16+)

Lancashire & South Cumbria Nhs Foundation Trust; Rishton; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Lead Practitioner for the Forensic Autism Service in Preston. The role leads clinical interventions for autistic adults over 16 with forensic risk, and provides expert advice within the leadership team.

The post involves safeguarding complex cases, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating care pathways with partner agencies. Must be IT‑literate and able to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Registered professional with current UK registration.
• Post‑graduate qualification or demonstrable relevant experience.
• Experience in autism and forensic services.

Responsibilities

• Lead practitioner for cases and provide clinical leadership to adults over 16 with autism and forensic risk.
• Manage and supervise others; act as mentor/preceptor to junior staff.
• Collaborate with multiple agencies across Lancashire and South Cumbria to support service users.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Autism knowledge

Communication

IT literacy

Education

RMN / RNLD / AHP / Social Worker

Post‑graduate qualification

CPD (continuing professional development)

Tools

Digital clinical records

Information governance

Job description

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Lead Practitioner for the Forensic Autism Service in Preston. The role leads clinical interventions for autistic adults over 16 with forensic risk, and provides expert advice within the leadership team.

The post involves safeguarding complex cases, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating care pathways with partner agencies. Must be IT‑literate and able to work independently and within a team.