About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 8a Senior Advanced Practitioner to join the Children and Young People's Neurodevelopmental Service, with a specific focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Dual Diagnosis (ASD/ADHD) pathways.
This is a senior practitioner role combining advanced clinical practice, staff leadership, service improvement and system-wide collaboration. The post holder will be a key contributor to the delivery, quality and ongoing development of neurodevelopmental assessment pathways, supporting safe, timely and person-centred care.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
Main duties include advanced, autonomous clinical practice within the Neurodevelopmental Service, contributing to ASD and Dual Diagnosis (ASD/ADHD) diagnostic pathways. The post holder will undertake complex assessment, formulation and clinical decision-making within agreed scope and governance, and provide expert advice and leadership across the MDT to support high-quality diagnostic outcomes. Responsibilities also include day-to-day professional and operational leadership, line management/clinical supervision, and supporting induction, supervision and competency development. The role leads service improvement (pathway redesign, efficiency and reducing unwarranted variation), supports delivery of national priorities (timely access and prudent, value-based care), and uses data/audit/feedback to drive quality improvement and business/workforce planning. The post holder contributes to clinical governance, audit, risk and assurance; ensures practice aligns with professional standards, national guidance and local policy; and supports learning from incidents/complaints/feedback. The role is a key liaison with education, local authority, CAMHS, primary care and third-sector partners, promotes effective multi-agency working in line with ALN responsibilities, and represents the service at relevant forums.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge Essential
Professional registration Level 7 Education (Master's Degree) relevant to area of practice. Professional registration (NMC,HCPC) NMC HCPC Evidence of maintaining an Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio Advanced specialist knowledge of patient pathways. Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice
Desirable
Independent Prescribing qualification Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Experience Essential
Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area. Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice. Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Essential Aptitude and abilities Essential
Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting. Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Other Essential
Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation. Able to work hours flexibly.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address Neath Port Talbot Hospital
Baglan Way
Port Talbot
SA12 7BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)