Important Visa Information
This employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for international candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. However, applicants must verify their visa eligibility and requirements directly with the employer before applying. The availability of sponsorship does not guarantee visa approval, and candidates should familiarize themselves with UKVI requirements for healthcare professionals.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Community Learning Disability Nurse to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Learning Disability Team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide clinically effective, high-quality nursing services to children and young people with learning disabilities and their families/carers. The successful candidate will be clinically competent to hold an active caseload and provide comprehensive support, advice, healthcare promotion, and holistic health assessments.
About the Role
The post holder will play a crucial role in improving early identification of challenging behavior and mental health issues in children and young people with moderate to profound learning disabilities. You will also contribute to enhancing the quality of support provided to children and young people with moderate to profound learning disabilities who are based within specialist educational settings. This position involves working closely with the CAMHS Learning Disability Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Team Manager to review, audit, and help implement strategic changes to achieve targets in line with government initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
The main duties of this role include adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for nurses, midwives, and health visitors. You will be responsible for managing an identified, complex caseload of young people diagnosed with moderate to severe learning disabilities and comorbid mental health difficulties. The position requires you to act as a role model and motivate team members toward innovative, evidence-based practice of the highest standard.
Clinical Practice
You will ensure that contemporaneous records are maintained to the highest professional standards. Promoting a team approach to care within a multi-disciplinary framework is essential, involving liaison and effective communication of confidential and sensitive information with other statutory and voluntary agencies. The post holder will work autonomously and effectively as part of the community learning disability nursing service while managing their own caseload efficiently.
Professional Development
The successful candidate will ensure that the community learning disability nursing service develops in line with BSMHFT core values and outcomes, while following government recommendations and public health initiatives. You will be expected to support and work closely with colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary team within SOLAR and other professionals working at different levels outside the organization to support the needs of children and young people.
About Our Organisation
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialized services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Our population is culturally diverse, characterized in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Person Specification – Essential Criteria
To be considered for this position, applicants must be a Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse educated to Diploma/Degree Level. You must hold professional registration with a regulating body such as the NMC. Significant experience working with young people with ASD and Learning Disabilities in a community setting is essential. Additionally, you should have knowledge and experience of working within community mental health services and holding a complex caseload.
Person Specification – Desirable Criteria
While not essential, experience of working in Community CAMHS would be advantageous for this role. Skills with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) are also considered desirable. Candidates with these additional qualifications or experiences will be given preference during the selection process.
Job Details
Company: Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Bishop Wilson Clinic, Craig Croft, Solihull, B37 7TR
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum, pro rata
Band: Band 6
Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Reference Number: 436-7478878-A
Application Information
The closing date for applications is 15 December 2025. Applications are welcome from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information about sponsorship, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and submit your application before the closing date. International applicants should ensure they complete all sections of the application form thoroughly and include all required documentation.
Application Checklist for International Candidates
- Verify your eligibility for UK professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Gather required criminal record certificates from all countries where you have resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years
- Prepare evidence of your professional qualifications and English language proficiency
- Contact the employer directly to confirm sponsorship details and requirements
- Ensure your CV and supporting documents are tailored to highlight relevant experience with learning disabilities and CAMHS
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. All candidates must be willing to undergo this check as part of the pre-employment process.
Certificate of Sponsorship Information
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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must 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.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). For further information about registration requirements for overseas healthcare professionals, please see the NHS Careers website. The Trust will support successful international candidates with the registration process where applicable.
Contact Information
For questions about this job, please contact:
Lubna Kudsia (Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01213012750
Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are available for this position:
1. 436-7478878-JD.pdf (PDF, 648 KB) – Job Description
2. 436-7478878-PS.pdf (PDF, 160 KB) – Person Specification
These documents provide detailed information about the role and requirements.
Employer Website
For more information about Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, please visit our website at https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/. Here you can find information about our services, values, and commitment to providing excellent mental healthcare to our community.
Privacy Notice
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Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks including references and right to work in the UK verification.
