James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Paediatric Neurodevelopmental Practitioner
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional with significant experience of working with children and young people with Neurodevelopmental conditions. This is an exciting time for our NDD service at the Newberry Child Development Centre, as we significantly expand our team to be able to deliver our newly launched Neurodevelopmental pathways. This role will involve the assessment and diagnosis of children and young people with neurodevelopmental differences, including Autism and ADHD.
The post holder will act as a key member of the clinical team, assisting with shaping and embedding a high-quality, timely and equitable NDD assessment service.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Neurodevelopmental assessment practitioner passionate about making a meaningful difference to neurodivergent children, young people and their families. If you are a compassionate, autonomous individual who wants to work in a fast paced, innovative and evidence-based field of practice, this could be the ideal role for you.
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Responsibilities
- Provide specialist assessment for children aged between 2 and 19 as part of diagnostic investigations for a Neurodevelopmental Disorder. This will be both in a clinic setting and through observation in school.
- Be appropriately trained and experienced or willing to train to deliver all aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder assessments.
- Demonstrate knowledge in the clinical specialism of Neurodevelopmental Disorders, underpinned by current evidence-based practice.
- To effectively and sensitively communicate the outcome of assessment to young people, parents and professionals at feedback meetings. Clearly explain the diagnosis, outcomes and recommended support strategies. Signpost families to appropriate avenues of support.
- To work autonomously, keeping accurate and comprehensive records, managing own caseload and prioritising work as needed.
- Engage in formal and informal supervision.
- Contribute towards multidisciplinary discussion at the Great Yarmouth and Waveney Assessment Group diagnostic meetings.
- To support delivery of training to multi-disciplinary team and others.
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About Us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
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Name: Michele Hall
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Job title: Senior Neurodevelopmental Specialist
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Email address: Michele.Hall@jpaget.nhs.uk
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Telephone number: 01493 442322
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Name: Claire Dowe
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Job title: Senior Neurodevelopmental Specialist
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Email address: Calire.Dowe@jpaget.nhs.uk
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Telephone number: 01493 442322
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