Senior Children's Community Learning Disability Nurse
The closing date is 03 November 2025
Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Children's Learning Disability Nurse to join our experienced multi-disciplinary team.
You will work with children and young people aged 0-18 who have a diagnosed learning disability and may present with additional needs such as:
- Autism spectrum conditions
- Communication difficulties
- Challenging behaviours
- Sensory processing differences
- Mental health concerns
- Physical health needs
You will provide specialist nursing input across a range of community settings including homes, schools, respite services, and clinics. The role involves family-centred care, working closely with parents/carers, education providers, social care, and other health professionals to promote positive outcomes and reduce health inequalities
Main duties of the job
The key responsibilities of the job include:
- Undertaking holistic assessments and contribute to multi-agency care planning
- Deliver evidence-based interventions to support emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and physical health
- Provide specialist advice and training to families, schools, and other professionals
- Support safeguarding processes and contribute to risk assessments
- Promote health education and preventative care
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate clinical records using electronic systems (Rio)
About us
What we're looking for:
- Registered Nurse (Child or Learning Disability) with current NMC registration
- Experience working with children and young people with learning disabilities
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed, and family-centred practice
- Ability to travel independently across the service are
To discuss the role further, informal enquiries are welcome with Marie Claire Crompton, Team Manager.
Details
Date posted
20 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
351-SPS1455-MF-A
Job locations
White Cross, Alston House
Lancaster
LA1 4XQ
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
White Cross, Alston House
Lancaster
LA1 4XQ
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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