Community Learning Disabilities Nurse

Community Learning Disabilities Nurse – Challenging BehaviourLooking for something new and exciting? Passionate about supporting People with a Learning Disability with behaviours of concern? Look no further. Barnet Learning Disability Service have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Learning Disability Challenging Behaviour Nurse to join their dedicated and forward‑thinking team.Main DutiesYou will be part of a friendly and dynamic Learning Disability Nursing Team and can expect to utilise your knowledge, skills and experience by promoting excellent quality care through evidence‑based practice and value‑based approaches to People with a Learning Disability within the London Borough of Barnet.The post‑holder will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to provide specialist Nursing support to individuals with behaviours of concern. We pride ourselves in driving change and improving the lives of people with a Learning Disability. If you do too, come and join usAbout UsJust as we care about our patients' well‑being, we care about yoursWe Can Offer YouA comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the roleCar lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)Flexible working optionsAnnual travel card loanTraining, support and development in your careerTo have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefitsDetailsDate posted: 13 November 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 6Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 a year inclusive of HCASContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full‑time, Flexible workingReference number: 824-NORTH-7511890-AJob locations: LBB Colindale Offices, 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London, NW9 4EWJob ResponsibilitiesPlease refer to Job description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationEssentialRegistered Nurse (Learning Disabilities preferred)Relevant degree education or degree level academic courses relevant to learning disabilitiesDesirableFurther education regarding challenging behaviourPositive behaviour Support TrainedExperienceSignificant post qualification experience in learning disabilities nursing in a community environmentExperience of working with people with a learning disability and challenging behaviourExperience of care co‑ordination for people with complex needs.Experience in providing training to a variety of different audiencesExperience of overcoming barriers within primary care settings to ensure people with learning disabilities have fair access to healthcare.Experience of working with a multi‑disciplinary teamExperience of service development workExperience of making accessible informationExperience of working with social careExperience of supporting safeguarding concernsExperience of implementing the Mental Capacity ActSkills and KnowledgeUnderstanding of Transforming Care Agenda.Understanding of Learning Disability Mortality review programOtherDesirableCompleted Nursing MentorshipDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer DetailsCentral London Community Health Trust – LBB Colindale Offices, 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London, NW9 4EW.Employer's website: https://clch.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr