Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Community Learning Disability Nurse
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Community Learning Disability Nurse
Band 6 Community Learning Disability Nurse – Gwynedd Learning Disability Team
Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Gwynedd Learning Disability Community Health Team at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
As a Band 6 Community Learning Disability Nurse, you will work within the Learning Disability team based in Gwynedd, ensuring collaboration between the Local Authority, neighbouring services (including community mental health teams, inpatient units), and statutory/voluntary sector agencies.
Your role will involve delivering evidence-based, safe, and effective clinical interventions, following best practice in nursing care.
Main Responsibilities
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Ensure delivery of specialist learning disability services aligned with the service strategy and agreed national standards, maintaining safe, high-quality care.
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Provide excellent communication skills, acting as a visible, accessible member of the team for patients, families, and colleagues. Offer support, advice, and assistance to those in need.
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Handle highly sensitive and complex information, analysing, interpreting, and responding appropriately—including navigating potential barriers to acceptance.
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Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Community Health Cohort (CHC) process, with active involvement in the development of pathways and Maturity Matrix models.
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Working for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
If you thrive on challenges, passionate about helping others, or seeking a fresh career direction, BCUHB welcomes you. As Wales’ largest health organisation, we serve ~700,000 people across North Wales, offering a broad range of services—from primary care to mental health, acute, and elective care.
🔹 Supportive leadership across all levels 🔹 Commitment to equality and diversity, proud Disability Confident Employer 🔹 Engaging work culture aligned with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ framework
Application Notes
- Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and applicants will not be disadvantaged if they apply in Welsh.
- Successful candidates will receive recruitment correspondence via the email address provided in their application.
Job Description & Person Specification
A full Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the attached documents or by clicking [“Apply Now”] (https://www.bcu unablehealthboard.wales) on the recruitment site.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential Criteria
✓ RNLD Registration (registered as a Learning Disability Nurse with the NLM/V) or equivalent qualification. ✓ Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in line with NMC registration. ✓ Evidence of postgraduate education and ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
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Desirable Criteria
🌟 Management qualification(s) or relevant management experience 🌟 Experience as mentor/supervisor/assessor
Experience
Essential Criteria
🔸 Significant clinical experience within learning disability nursing (preferably in community settings) or a relevant nursing specialization.
Desirable Criteria
🔸 Experience working in multidisciplinary teams 🔸 Prior knowledge or experience in a senior nurse role (e.g., lead clinical position)
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential Criteria
🎯 Ability to:
- Communicate complex information effectively.
- Diagnose problems and intervene appropriately.
- Analyse assessments and plan tailored care packages.
- Work autonomously as well as collaboratively.
Desirable Criteria
🎯 Ability to speak Welsh (desirable) 🎯 Proficient IT skills 🎯 Resource management (planning, allocation of staff/time/equipment)
** Values**
Essential Criteria
🌱 Proven experience in:
- Effective teamwork
- Multi-disciplinary collaboration
- Flexibility to adapt to both organizational change and service evolution.
Desirable Criteria
🌱 Leadership skills, with ability to motivate and inspire others.
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