Neurodevelopment Support Worker

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse candidates and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English. Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully. Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk.

If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post; therefore please check your account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working. Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process.

Job Overview

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Neurodevelopmental Support Worker to join our evolving Neurodevelopmental Service. This role is ideal for a highly motivated, organised, and compassionate individual who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. You will play a key role in supporting neurodevelopmental assessments, working closely with experienced clinicians and contributing to a high‑quality, person‑centred service. Clinical tasks will be undertaken under supervision, providing an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge and skills within a supportive multidisciplinary team. The role also includes a variety of administrative responsibilities. You will support the screening of referrals, contribute to team decision‑making, and help coordinate the assessment process by gathering and collating information from families, schools, and partner agencies to inform diagnostic work. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and care.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will work as part of the Neurodiversity Early Support Hub under the supervision of a qualified clinician.
• The role includes a number of administrative duties including the screening of referral documentation and supporting decision making of the team.
• Supporting the assessment process for our children and young people by collating information from home and school for the diagnostic clinicians.
• The role requires excellent communication skills, a high level of empathy and the ability to manage a mix of clinical and administrative tasks with a flexible and adaptable attitude to work.

This is a fixed‑term/secondment post until 31st March 2027 to meet the needs of the service, offering a fantastic opportunity to be part of a developing service that is making a real difference to children, young people and their families. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi‑award‑winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff. We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in‑house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work‑life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work. Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high‑quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world‑class healthcare service fit for the future.

Skills and Attributes

Essential criteria

• Significant experience of working with young people with Neurodevelopmental Disorders and/or Mental Health Needs in a community setting.
• Experience supporting parents and families.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of multi‑professional working.
• Experience of group work.

Qualifications And Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Experience in a Health / Social Care Setting.
• Relevant training / degree / equivalent experience in Neurodevelopment Conditions.

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge / Experience of working with children and families with a neurodiverse condition.

Skills and Attributes

Essential criteria

• Up to date knowledge of professional issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal.

Desirable criteria

• Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.

Other Essential criteria

• Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List check.
• Able to be independently mobile within a geographical area and able to travel within various locations across Gwent.
• Commitment to client centred and non‑discriminatory practice.

Desirable criteria

• To be prepared to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and their families.