Learning Disability Community Nurse/Care Co-ordinator

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust Learning Disability Community Nurse / Care Co-ordinator The closing date is 23 December 2025 We have a vacant 12 month fixed term Band 5 Community Nurse/ Care Co-ordinator post to fill. The service runs 8-8 every day seven days a week with the expectation to cover some 8-8 Monday through to Sunday. Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse or a Newly Registered Nurse, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service that puts patient care first. You will have the time and support to make a real difference every day. Student Nurse's that are due to register in the next 3 months are very welcome to apply. Full training and Preceptorship programme will be provided to help you build confidence and develop your career in this specialist area. Main duties of the job An exciting opportunity to join a highly experienced multi-disciplinary team within the Teesside locality working and supporting people with Learning Disabilities to achieve high quality of life and optimum health. The role is based within Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, based at Flatts Lane Centre Normanby. The successful candidates will carry and manage a case load. You will need excellent communication skills and be calm, confident and resilient in your approach. You will need to be able to form therapeutic relationships with people with learning disabilities their families and carers. This is a perfect opportunity to gain skills and specialist knowledge across the spectrum of health and social care within the community. About us We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby. From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care — our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for. We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health. We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it. We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life. Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. Additional informal enquiries: Laura Holland laura.holland12@nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council RNMH or RNLD To be recognised practice assessor / mentor or work towards in an agreed timescale Trained Clinical Supervisor (within 6 month probationary period) Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Experience Working with people with mental ill health / learning disabilities Working in a person centred therapeutic organisation Working collaboratively with service users with a learning disability and their families/carers Working in a multi-disciplinary team Working in partnership with other agenciesworking in a community setting Knowledge Evidence based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field. Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act). Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice Knowledge of the trusts current journey and vision 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. Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr