Job overview
Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT) offers a range of services to support people with learning disabilities in the community. LPFT's adult learning disability service provides specialist health support to people with learning disabilities who require assessment and/or treatment for their physical and mental health, including support with behaviours of concern.
The adult learning disability service operates from three multi-disciplinary hubs, across Lincolnshire, which delivers a range of specialist provision as well as a county-wide community home assessment and treatment team.
There is an exciting opportunity within Lincolnshire's adult learning disability east hub to recruit a registered practitioner band 5 - 6 progression post, to provide liaison support for people with a learning disability.
You will provide clinical care over the east of Lincolnshire, including Boston, Mablethorpe, Skegness, etc. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who can provide safe, effective, evidence-based care to people with a learning disability. Successful applicants will ensure a high standard of clinical practice, working to the relevant professional code of conduct according to the post holder's registration.
At times you will be required to cover a county wide role, this include validating GP registers, delivering training and cover annual leave and sickness of colleagues.
Main duties of the job
The post would suit a motivated individual who can develop and motivate others, have a progressive mind-set and be able to build positive working relationships within the adult learning disability service and with partner agencies, whilst demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
You will need to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to high quality care as well evidencing a commitment to continuous quality improvement. You will have a strong sense of initiative and excellent team working ability. A willingness to undertake training relevant to the post is expected.
You will promote the rights of people with a learning disability to get the physical health care they need, by ensuring reasonable adjustments are made to accommodate their disability. This includes supporting the application of the principles of the Mental Capacity Act, and training GP's and their staff to enhance their knowledge of how to support people with a learning disability. Whilst you will be mainly community based, some acute liaison will be required.
This is a key role in addressing the inequalities experienced by people with a learning disability within the healthcare system.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for full details
- When completing your application, please demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
We can also offer you many staff benefits to help support you which include:
- Early access to Psychological Therapies and Physiotherapy
- Competitive annual leave allowance
- Car leasing scheme
- NHS pension scheme
- Free eye tests
- Money saving options through our salary sacrifice scheme
- Discounts on major high street retailers and restaurants
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Sound knowledge of Learning Disabilities and Physical Health Care including NICE guidance and the application of reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010
- Sound knowledge of the MCA, DoLs and Safeguarding
- Highly developed clinical reasoning skills
- Sound knowledge of clinical/risk assessment and understanding of Information Governance principles
- Highly developed communication skills
- Highly motivated & able to engage with service users & carers to improve outcomes
- Ability to work independently
- Effective problem solving
Experience
Essential
- Have experience of working with adults with a learning disability
- Experience of working with people with Complex Physical Health needs within community or acute health care settings
- Experience of working with people with complex needs, behaviours of concern
- Experience of managing dynamic risk within a health care setting
- Experience of delivering management and clinical supervision
- Experience of using the MCA within a professional setting
- Involvement in the completion of clinical assessments
Desirable
- Experience of conflict management within a professional setting
- Experience working with adults with learning disability
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registration (NMC). (RNLD, RMN, RGN) or degree equivalent Allied Health Professional registration.
- Mentorship Module
- Evidence of specialised continued professional training (degree level) in related clinical practice.
- Evidence of continuing professional development demonstrating a higher level of clinical practice within this specialist field.
Desirable
- Leadership training
- Teaching qualification
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This advert is for Physical Health Liaison Practitioner with Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Lincoln, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term for 12 months). The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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