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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Children’s Community Learning Disability Service based in Fylde and Wyre, for a Community Learning Disability Band 6 Nurse. The Learning Disability Service strives to provide forward thinking high quality services, working in partnership with other agencies. In addition to working with people with Learning Disabilities and their families we have a strong commitment to health promotion through service development and training initiatives. We are committed to helping our staff-develop and you will be part of an enthusiastic and experienced team.

The post holder will be an experienced Learning Disability Nurse with knowledge and skills in supporting people with a Learning Disability with complex health needs, as well as the provision of positive behavioural support.  Adaptability, good communication skills and self-motivation are essential to the role.  You will also need to be able to demonstrate that your practice is evidence based and innovative.

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This is an exciting opportunity to gain wide-ranging experience of community services for people with Learning Disability. The Learning Disability Service strives to provide forward thinking high quality services, working in partnership with other agencies. In addition to working with people with Learning Disabilities, their families and carers, we have a strong commitment to health promotion through service development and training initiatives. We are committed to helping our staff develop and you will be part of an enthusiastic and experienced team. 
 
We are looking for a registered nurse with an up-to-date knowledge of health policy for people with Learning Disabilities, adaptability, good communication skills and self –motivation is essential. The successful applicant will be an experienced clinician with proven skills in working with people who have complex needs and challenging behaviour. You will also be able to demonstrate that your practice is evidence based and innovative. A means of transport is essential, and applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. 

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LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

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