Senior Community Learning Disability Nurse(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Make a Meaningful Difference in Community Learning Disability Care

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Band 6 Learning Disability Nurse to join an established Integrated Learning Disability Team serving County Durham. This is a rewarding opportunity to support adults with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge, working in close partnership with colleagues across health and social care.

The team operates within a fully integrated structure led by Durham County Council, using the Azeus recording system while maintaining access to NHS clinical systems and secure NHS mail.

You will be joining a collaborative, values-driven multidisciplinary team committed to high standards of care and continuous improvement.

About the Integrated Team

The service brings together professionals from:

• Learning Disability Nursing
• Social Work
• Psychiatry
• Psychology
• Physiotherapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Administration

The team works collectively to deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused care in line with statutory frameworks and best practice pathways.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Clinical Practice

• Manage a complex caseload of adults with learning disabilities.
• Conduct specialist assessments and develop person-centred care plans.
• Deliver and evaluate evidence-based interventions.
• Undertake clinical risk assessments and safeguarding actions where required.
• Apply relevant legal frameworks including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.

Leadership & Supervision

• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior staff and students.
• Support practice assessors/supervisors and contribute to workforce development.
• Deliver training to colleagues and partner agencies.

Collaborative Working

• Work in partnership with families, carers and multi-agency stakeholders.
• Promote integrated care planning with health and social care services.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Registration & Qualifications

• Current NMC registration (RNLD or RNMH).
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Recognised Practice Supervisor/Assessor (or willingness to complete within 6 months).
• Clinical supervision training (or willingness to undertake within 6 months).
• Minimum 18 months post-qualification experience, including completion of preceptorship or competency framework.
• Registration requirements can be reviewed via the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Postgraduate-level understanding of evidence-based learning disability practice.
• Safeguarding knowledge and practical application.
• Clinical governance principles.
• Risk assessment and risk management expertise.
• Knowledge of medicines management including injectable therapies.
• Understanding of psychological care models.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supervising students in clinical placements.

Travel & Flexibility

The role requires independent travel across County Durham. Applicants must have access to suitable transport for business use. Reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Legal & Compliance Information

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Relevant statutory frameworks include:

• Care Act 2014
• Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Mental Health Act 1983
• Equality Act 2010
• Skilled Worker visa guidance

Applicants requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome to apply, subject to eligibility requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration.

Why Join TEWV?

At Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, staff wellbeing and professional growth are prioritised. The Trust actively listens to its workforce, invests in training, and recognises the essential contribution staff make to patient care.

You’ll be part of a supportive team that:

• Values collaboration and shared learning.
• Encourages innovation and service development.
• Places individuals and families at the centre of care.
• Promotes professional accountability and reflective practice.