Job summary
We are recruiting for a 0.8wte B6 Senior Learning Disability Nurse within Children and Family Health Devon.
You will have responsibility for actively participating as a key member of the Specialist Learning Disability Clinical team for providing quality services for the Children's Learning Disability Community Team based in our North Devon, Exeter or South Devon base. ( dependent on candidate preference)
- Work within the Children's Learning Disability Service both autonomously and jointly with members of the team
- Hold a Clinical caseload and will be expected to provide a variety of assessments and interventions for children and young people on an individual or group basis in a community setting.
- Deliver specialist assessment and management to a client group of children and young people experiencing a range of difficulties including those whose behaviour is perceived as challenging or a concern.
- Using a strengths based approach; ensure clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based interventions, goal-based, collaborative practice and Routine Outcome Measures.
Main duties of the job
- Provide Specialist Learning Disability advice and support to other professionals Working within the model of a Positive Behaviour Support framework.(PBS)
- Provide a range of early help interventions across pathways such as emotional health and well-being, communication issues, including parent support/resilience.
- Provide Specialist Sleep assessments and interventions .
- Support individuals and their families to promote a model of self management of their own health and wellbeing.
- Facilitate Specialist Workshops in area's such as "Supporting Behaviour that challenges" & " Specialist Sleep Support.
- Supervise, and support Band 5 Learning Disability Nurses & Band 4 Learning Disability Support Assistants.
- Mentor and and contribute to the training and development of newly qualified, and new staff members.
- Participate in the provision of student placements.
- To promote and support participation of service users across the service , ensuring the voice of the Child or Young Person with a Learning Disability is heard , using adapted communication when required.
- Work across other geographical areas as required to support colleagues according to need and demand.
About us
At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
Our children and young people say
We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.
Who we are
We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.
Join us in beautiful Devon
With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.
Details
- Date posted: 18 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9369-26-0365
- Job locations: Children & Family Health Devon, Unit 1, Capital Court, Bittern Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, EXETER, EX2 7FW, United Kingdom, Torbay & South Devon Nhs Foundation Trust, Torbay Hospital, Newton Road, TORQUAY, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom, Children & Family Health Devon, Springfield Court, Fishleigh Road, Roundswell Business Park, BARNSTAPLE, Devon, EX31 3UD, United Kingdom, Children & Family Health, Lescaze Offices, Shinners Bridge, Dartington, TOTNES, Devon, TQ9 6JD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Specific understanding of the needs of Children and Young People with a learning disability
- Knowledge of current good practise and recent national papers relating Children and Young People with a Learning Disability
- Knowledge and evidence of implementation of therapeutic assessments and interventions relevant to Children and Young People
- Knowledge and use of evidence-based practise and outcome measures
- Well-developed knowledge and understanding of legislation around SEND
- Good information technology skills & knowledge of office-based software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets & databases)
- Experience and ability to assess health related issues with clients and their families
Desirable
- Partnership working experience
- Experience of developing resources to support positive behavioural changes
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Nursing Qualification RNLD/RNMH at Diploma or Degree level
- NMC registration
- Evidence of relevant CPD
Desirable
- Teaching / training experience
- Relevant qualification in Learning Disabilities
- Positive Behaviour Support Qualification
- Specialist Sleep Qualification (such as Sleep Scotland)
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This advert is for Senior Learning Disability Nurse - CFHD with Devon Partnership NHS Trust in Exeter, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 to £48,117 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Jul 2026.
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