About this role
Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an exceptional Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Specialist to join a pioneering service that represents a unique opportunity within UK healthcare.
This is an opportunity to help shape and lead what is anticipated to be one of the UK's first dedicated specialist FND units, delivering innovative, evidence-based care to individuals living with Functional Neurological Disorder.
The successful candidate will play a key role in developing clinical excellence, influencing service delivery, and helping establish a centre recognised for outstanding patient outcomes.
For the right individual, this is a genuine career-defining opportunity to be at the forefront of a ground-breaking service and contribute to setting new standards in FND care across the UK.
Main duties of the job
What We Offer
The opportunity to be part of a pioneering, UK-leading specialist FND service.A rare chance to shape a new model of care from the ground up.Significant opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and influence.A collaborative, ambitious, and patient-focused environment.The ability to make a lasting impact on the future of FND treatment and rehabilitation in the UK.
Join Us
If you are a highly experienced clinician with a passion for Functional Neurological Disorder and are looking for an opportunity to help build something truly exceptional, we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must hold current NMC or HCPC registration and have substantial experience working with Functional Neurological Disorder. Experience as a Hospital Manager, Clinical Director, Service Lead, or Registered Manager is highly desirable.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Role
The FND Specialist will provide expert assessment, treatment planning, clinical leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration for patients diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder.
Working closely with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will help develop and deliver specialist treatment pathways while supporting the strategic growth and clinical direction of the service.
The successful candidate will be recognised as an expert practitioner in FND and be passionate about advancing patient-centred care in this specialist field.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver specialist assessments and clinical interventions for individuals with FND.
Contribute to the design and development of innovative treatment pathways.
Provide expert guidance and support to multidisciplinary colleagues.
Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
Support the development of a nationally recognised centre of excellence in FND care.
Maintain the highest standards of patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and person-centred care.
Contribute to education, training, and awareness initiatives within the organisation and wider healthcare community.
Benefits
25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current registration with either the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Experience Essential
Significant clinical experience working with patients diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Demonstrable expertise in assessment, treatment planning, and rehabilitation of individuals with FND. Strong understanding of contemporary evidence-based approaches to FND management. Experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills. Ability to contribute to service development and clinical innovation.
Desirable
Previous experience managing or leading a hospital, specialist healthcare service, or inpatient unit. Experience as a Registered Manager within a healthcare setting. Experience establishing, developing, or transforming clinical services. Background in neurological rehabilitation, neuropsychiatry, mental health, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, or related specialist services. Experience with governance, quality assurance, CQC compliance, and operational leadership. Teaching, training, research, or publication experience relating to FND.
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.
Employer details Employer name Active Care Group
Address Lincoln - The Laurels
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 4JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)