Job summary
We're looking for an enthusiastic Learning Disability Nurse to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Ellesmere Port and Chester. This role is for a Band 5 nurse passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities.
You will:
- Provide specialised support to children with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
- Deliver group training for parents, caregivers, and professionals.
- Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team for person-centered care.
- Receive tailored training to lead parent and professional sessions confidently.
What We Offer
- A supportive, inclusive work environment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- The chance to make a real impact on families' lives.
What We're Looking For
- A registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD).
- Passion for working with children and adolescents.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Experience or willingness to deliver training with our support.
Why Join Us? Grow your career, innovate your practice, and make a meaningful difference in your community. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become a vital part of our LD CAMHS team!
Shortlisting will be complete by 28th January and interviews will take place on Monday 16th February 2026
Main duties of the job
Your Role at LD CAMHS
As a key team member, you will:
- Conduct Assessments: Evaluate behaviours of concern for young people (0-18), identify causes, and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Design Person-Centred Interventions: Create and implement plans that meet individual needs, improving quality of life.
- Apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS): Use PBS principles to assist families effectively. Training will be provided if needed.
- Facilitate Training: Deliver practical sessions for parents, caregivers, and professionals, with full preparation and support.
- Collaborate with Experts: Work with Learning Disability Nurses, Clinical Support Workers, Psychologists, and a Psychiatrist to provide holistic care.
Why Join Us? Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while receiving tailored training and career development in a supportive team environment.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities).
Desirable
- Mentorship
- Relevant degree.
- Behaviour/mental health qualification
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Learning Disability and child related policy
- Current best practice in learning disability nursing.
- Knowledge about Safeguarding children.
- NHS policy/practice, e.g. health improvement/public health agenda.
- Excellent communicator - written and oral.
- Proven, demonstrable experience of innovation and commitment to lifelong learning.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental health issues for people with learning disabilities
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability.
Desirable
- Previous Community Nurse experience
- Experience of working in CAMHS.
- Experience of positive parenting initiatives.
- Experience of working with children with Severe Learning Disabilities and mental health problems and their families/carers.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities).
Desirable
- Mentorship
- Relevant degree.
- Behaviour/mental health qualification
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Learning Disability and child related policy
- Current best practice in learning disability nursing.
- Knowledge about Safeguarding children.
- NHS policy/practice, e.g. health improvement/public health agenda.
- Excellent communicator - written and oral.
- Proven, demonstrable experience of innovation and commitment to lifelong learning.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Mental health issues for people with learning disabilities
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability.
Desirable
- Previous Community Nurse experience
- Experience of working in CAMHS.
- Experience of positive parenting initiatives.
- Experience of working with children with Severe Learning Disabilities and mental health problems and their families/carers.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
