Specialist Neurodevelopmental Paediatric Nurse in Harrow

We care for you as much as you care for others. There’s a place for you at CNWL. We’re passionate about delivering first‑class patient‑centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient’s own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people. We’re always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust.

Specialist Neurodevelopmental Paediatric Nurse NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area: Paediatric Nursing

Grade: NHS AfC: Band 7

Contract: 12 months (12 month fixed term contract)

Hours: Part time, Flexible working, Compressed hours, 25.5 hours per week

Salary: £53,751 - £60,651 per annum (pro rata P/T) inc HCAS

Closing: 13/03/2026 23:59

Interview date: 23/04/2026

CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 8,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run. Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.

We’re proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries. We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles.

Job overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated RCN to join the Harrow Community Paediatrics team as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Paediatric Nurse. This dynamic role supports high‑quality, family‑centred care for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions including ADHD, autism, epilepsy, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and complex neurodisability. You will act as a key clinical liaison, coordinating care with families, schools, GPs, therapists, hospitals and multi‑agency partners. A key focus will be supporting the ADHD pathway through baseline assessments, medication monitoring aligned with NICE guidance, safe prescribing processes, and reducing waiting times via nurse‑led follow‑ups / titration.

Main duties of the job:

• To provide a clinical liaison role, supporting and coordinating communication between families, schools, GPs, therapists and hospital paediatric services.
• The post holder will support the service’s capacity to manage increasing demand for children with neurodevelopmental conditions, neurodisability, epilepsy, those on ADHD medication and to support Genomic counselling.
• The post holder will also support clinical efficiency, reduce waiting times and support safer prescribing and monitoring.
• To provide more responsive, family‑centred care within the community.
• To participate in multi‑disciplinary teamwork, e.g. CDT referral meeting, Multidisciplinary Assessments (MDA) for children and young people with complex needs.
• Work in collaboration with transition to adulthood services.
• Work closely with the Children’s Community Nursing, Special School Nursing team and 0-19 services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

• Deliver baseline ADHD assessments, monitor vitals/side effects in line with NICE guidance, provide medication education, shared‑care liaison and timely titration.
• Work within the MDT on neurodevelopmental pathways, including Social Communication and multidisciplinary assessments.
• Lead Down syndrome nurse‑led clinics, support CP surveillance and coordinate care for children with complex needs and/or life limiting conditions.
• Support families to understand conditions and treatment options and contribute to EHCP medical advice.
• Coordinate follow‑up for epilepsy, promoting medication adherence and safety planning.
• Recognise and respond to child and adult safeguarding concerns, follow local procedures, document accurately and attend required supervision/meetings.
• Contribute to service development, audits and quality improvement, including wait‑time reduction and alignment with national guidance.
• Deliver education to CYP, families and staff; maintain mandatory training and engage in supervision and appraisal.
• Participate in clinical audit, QI, research and governance to support evidence‑based practice.
• Manage workload effectively, support pathway development, handle queries/complaints, and maintain high‑quality record keeping in line with NMC standards.
• Apply infection prevention and control measures consistently.
• Demonstrate strong communication, cultural sensitivity, resilience and emotional robustness in managing complex cases and sensitive situations.
• Work primarily in office and clinic settings with regular VDU use and travel between sites as required.

Person specification:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Children’s Nurse.
• BSc Degree in Nursing or equivalent, with a strong preference for postgraduate qualification/modules at Master’s level relevant to neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in neurodevelopmental, CAMHS, or paediatrics.
• Independent Non‑Medical Prescribing qualification (or willingness to undertake).
• Post‑registration experience within a service working with children/young people with Autism, ADHD, or complex neurodevelopmental needs.
• Proficiency in diagnostic procedures and managing nurse‑led clinics.
• Good understanding of national guidelines (NICE) related to autism and ADHD treatment and diagnostic pathways. Knowledge of SEND NICE guidance.
• Experience in safeguarding, case management, and multi‑agency working (school, community, CAMHS).

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