ADHD Mental Health Nurse
Quay Primary Healthcare CIC
Warrington, WA5 1AUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
The postholder will lead on robust preassessment screening and risk management across Quays neurodevelopmental services, ensuring timely, safe, and ap...
- Participate in regular clinical supervision in line with NMC and organisational requirements.
- Act as a point of contact within the team, appropriately escalating clinical concerns to senior staff.
- Work towards achieving service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within own role and those of the service.
- Contribute to service development by providing feedback and completing delegated actions in a timely manner.
- Support the induction of new staff within the ADHD service.
- Maintain a solution-focused approach when managing challenges and contribute ideas for service improvement.
- Engage in appraisal processes and contribute to personal development plans.
- Deliver safe, effective, person-centred care to adults accessing the ADHD service.
- Participate in MDT discussions, contributing relevant clinical information and linking in with external agencies/services as required.
- Undertake clinical observations and support patients from referral through to shared care including the gathering and review of pre-assessment information (e.g rating scales, structured tools, developmental histories) and physical health parameters under appropriate supervision.
- Maintain accurate, timely and professional clinical records.
- Identify when additional investigations or referrals may be required and escalate appropriately, following service policy.
- Promote a holistic approach to care, considering physical health, mental health and social needs.
1.
a.
Participate
in regular clinical supervision in line with NMC and organisational
Act
as a point of contact within the team, appropriately escalating clinical
concerns to senior staff.
Work
towards achieving service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within own role and
those of the service.
Contribute
to service development by providing feedback and completing delegated actions
in a timely manner.
Support
the induction of new staff within the ADHD service.
Maintain
a solution-focused approach when managing challenges and contribute ideas for
service improvement.
Engage
in appraisal processes and contribute to personal development plans.
b.
Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and
professional conduct in all aspects of practice.
Prioritise workload effectively and seek support
when required.
Act as a positive role model within the team in
line with NHS and organisational values and behaviours.
c.
Maintain high standards of clinical governance
and quality within the ADHD service.
Participate in clinical audits and quality
improvement activities as directed.
Complete incident reporting accurately and
contribute to shared learning.
Support a culture of continuous improvement and
reflective practice.
Work in accordance with organisational policies,
NICE guidelines, and statutory regulations.
Recognise and report safeguarding concerns,
escalating appropriately in line with policy.
Report incidents in a timely manner.
d.
Deliver safe, effective, person-centred care to
adults accessing the ADHD service.
Participate in MDT discussions, contributing
relevant clinical information and linking in with external agencies/services as
required.
Undertake clinical observations and support patients
from referral through to shared care including the gathering and review of
pre-assessment information (e.g., rating scales, structured tools,
developmental histories) and physical health parameters under appropriate
supervision.
Maintain accurate, timely, and professional
clinical records.
Identify when additional investigations or
referrals may be required and escalate appropriately, following service policy.
Promote a holistic approach to care, considering
physical health, mental health, and social needs.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and
external agencies to support coordinated care.
Undertake relevant administrative duties to
support the patients journey including the validation of previous diagnoses
and review of annual review information.
Participate in complex case discussions and
escalate concerns to senior clinicians when required.
Follow service protocols and report any concerns
or inconsistencies.
Demonstrate accountability and safe
decision-making within scope of practice.
Involve patients in shared decision-making and
care planning.
Signpost patients to appropriate services when
needs fall outside the service remit.
Support delivery of psychoeducation and group
interventions under supervision.
e.
Engagement
Maintain awareness of current evidence-based
practice relating to ADHD and mental health.
Apply learning from training and research to
clinical practice.
f.
Use clinical systems, email, Microsoft Office,
and video consultation platforms effectively.
Accurately input and manage patient data in line
with information governance standards.
Support the use of digital tools for pre-assessment
information gathering and outcome monitoring.
Engage with online resources to support patient
care and information sharing.
g.
Professional Development
Maintain NMC registration and meet revalidation
(CPD) and reflective practice.
Work within professional scope while developing
competence and confidence.
Maintain high standards of documentation in line
with NMC and organisational policies.
Demonstrate flexibility to meet service needs,
with support from senior staff.
Undertake administrative duties required for
patient care delivery.
Adhere to all relevant legislation, including
NMC Code, NICE guidance, and safeguarding policies.
Undertake additional duties as appropriate and
where required by the service leads.
h.
Develop effective working relationships within
the service, including the MDT and wider organisation.
Communicate clearly, professionally, and
respectfully with colleagues and patients.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to a
supportive team environment.
Engage in peer support and wellbeing
initiatives.
2.
Travel Requirements
Regular travel to Quay sites, community venues,
partner organisations, and satellite clinics as required.
Quay Healthcare are a primary care provider based in
Warrington, delivering specialist ADHD assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
services across 10 Integrated Care Board (ICB) areas. Our service is designed
to provide timely, high-quality ADHD care for children, young people, and
adults, supporting patients throughout their diagnostic and treatment journey
with the aim of establishing shared care arrangements with their registered GP
where appropriate.
Our multidisciplinary team delivers care in line with
national guidance and best practice standards, ensuring a comprehensive and
patient-centred approach. The team includes Consultant Psychiatrists, GPs with
Extended Roles (GPwERs), Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Pharmacists, Mental
Health Nurses, and Non-Medical Prescribers. Working collaboratively, they
provide specialist assessment, evidence-based diagnosis, medication management,
and ongoing treatment and monitoring to support positive patient outcomes.
Through both our specialist ADHD service and wider primary
care workforce initiatives, we are committed to delivering accessible,
high-quality, integrated healthcare services that improve patient outcomes and
support the sustainability of primary care.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of pre-registration training in mental health nursing
- Willingness to undertake relevant training for specialist service (e.g., ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions)
- Awareness of NMC Code, NICE guidelines, and evidence-based practice
Desirable: - Training/experience in ADHD or other neurodevelopmental disorders
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrates NHS values (compassion, respect, inclusion) and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Committed to learning, reflection, CPD, and continuous improvement
- Provides person-centred, compassionate care
- Works independently within scope, seeking support appropriately
- Professional, reliable, accountable, and adaptable to service needs
- Engages in supervision, appraisal, and CPD processes
- Complies with NMC standards and organisational policies
- Interest in neurodevelopmental conditions
Desirable: - Proactive approach to service improvement and team contribution
Other requirements
Essential
- Access to a vehicle for work related travel (depending on geography) and the ability to work flexibly across multiple sites.
- Proficient in electronic patient records, Microsoft Office, and maintaining confidentiality
Qualifications
Essential: - Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with current NMC registration
Desirable: - Training/experience in ADHD or other neurodevelopmental disorders
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Experience (including placements) supporting people with mental health needs
- Understanding of mental health conditions, recovery-focused care, risk assessment/management, and safeguarding
- Experience working in MDTs and contributing to care planning
- Ability to complete holistic assessments and monitor mental state/risk
- Developing and implementing person-centred care plans and therapeutic interventions (within scope)
- Competence in clinical documentation, record keeping, and meeting deadlines
- Participation in audits and quality improvement
- Ability to escalate concerns appropriately and support structured assessments
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage independent and shared workloads
- Effective communication with patients, carers, and professionals, including challenging conversations
Desirable
- Experience in secondary care or specialist services
- Supporting people with ADHD/neurodevelopmental conditions and complex mental health needs
- Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety requirements
- Managing a supported caseload and working to KPIs/targets
- Engaging diverse or hard-to-reach groups using motivational techniques
- Involvement in audits, quality improvement, and specialist assessments (e.g. ADHD)
- Delivering psychoeducation and brief structured interventions
- Understanding outcome measures and psychometric tools
- Using digital tools (assessment systems, video consultations, data/reporting platforms)
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First seen
24 September 2026
Last checked
28 September 2026
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