Job Description

Advanced Neurodevelopmental Practitioner Band 8A



61,631 - 68,623 inc HCAS pro rata



Full Time 37.5 hrs per week



Bromley Healthcare is the provider of Community Paediatric services in Bromley.



We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join as substantive neurodevelopmental practitioners ( Advanced Nurse Specialist/Clinical Nurse Specialist/Allied Health Professionals) on our well-established integrated care model for neurodevelopmental assessments of children and young people in Bromley up to 18 years of age.



These are new posts that been established to transform our ASD and ADHD pathways and support with backlogs and increasing waiting times.



The postholders will play a pivotal role in the assessment, formulation and support of children and young people (0-18 years) presenting with neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and developmental delay.



The post holder will be part of a dynamic and experienced community paediatric team of Paediatric post holders; Associate Specialists, ASD specialists and Specialty doctors who provide the full range of community paediatric services. The post holder will have competence in the assessment, diagnosis and management in Neurodisability (ASD and ADHD).



The post can be offered on a flexible or part-time basis.



Working as part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic team, you will undertake structured assessments, contribute to diagnostic formulations, and provide high-quality feedback and post-diagnostic support for families.



This role sits within a developing integrated model of care, aligning with NICE and NHS England guidance and the SEL Community Paediatrics transformation agenda.



Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.



Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.



We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.



Clinical Practice



Hold a caseload of children and young people within the Community Paediatrics Service, participating in the assessment and review of children with neurodevelopmental and social communication disorder conditions in line with established and agreed pathways Undertake assessments, including initial neurodevelopmental assessments of children and young people referred to the service with neurodevelopmental needs/social communication disorder conditions as part of the multi-disciplinary team, utilising up to date and evidence-based assessment techniques and tools, assessing information from education providers and parents/carers alongside observation of the young person. This may include specialist assessments in clinic, and observations in educational settings in addition to referral into our Complex Communication Diagnostic Service (CCDS) for ASD assessments Undertake comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments using validated tools such as: ADOS-2, 3di, ADI-R, Vanderbilt Assessment Scale, Qb test analysis, structured interviews and other agreed developmental screening instruments Support the development of care pathways for social communication disorder conditions by reviewing current caseload, referral, assessment and review criteria to assist in developing a service that provides efficient and effective pathways Gather and synthesise multi-agency information (e.g. from school, early years, health, and family reports) to inform differential diagnoses Discuss and agree assessment outcomes with patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals, promoting health education and self-management Deliver verbal and written diagnostic feedback to parents and carers with sensitivity and professionalism Produce high-quality written diagnostic and feedback reports, ensuring clarity for families and professionals Provide post-diagnostic signposting of support, ensuring clear information about local and national resources Maintain comprehensive, accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organisational policies Contribute to multi agency support around children with complex needs or vulnerability Provide specialist advice in keeping with NICE guidance and local guidelines around treatment options and age-appropriate care to optimise treatment of CYP with complex needs Ensure safeguarding of children within the service and access appropriate training at level 3 and supervision Advocate for children and young people with physical and cognitive disabilities ensuring that their voice is heard, and the service meets their needs Liaise closely with other services to provide a coordinated and seamless service for patients and support the ongoing development of care pathways for these conditions Review caseload, referral, assessment, and review criteria and develop a service that provides an efficient and effective pathway in conjunction with other team members Contribute to the implementation of audits or research findings to improve services for patients * Contribute to the development and review of care pathways, clinical policies and guidelines