ADHD Nurse & Non-Medical Independent Prescriber
East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust
Norwich, NR2 3TUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 December 2026
18 days leftJob description
We are excited to be offering a part-time position within the Children and young people's ADHD nursing team for an existing Non-Medical Prescriber (V3...
To work as a Non-Medical Prescriber within the ADHD Nursing team in accordance with the Trust's non-medical prescribing policy, protocols, national policies and within one's scope of competency.
The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with clinical colleagues to develop services and quality of care delivery, participating in research and audit work within the ADHD Medication Service pathway in line with national and local guidelines.
The main aspect of the role will be carrying out ADHD medication reviews and to appropriately prescribe for children and young people aged 6 -18 with a diagnosis of ADHD. The young people we see often have complex co-morbid neuro-developmental needs, physical and mental health difficulties. You will be expected to work independently in a clinic setting to review medication, assess risks, prescribe medications used in the treatment of ADHD for children and young people, as well as making onward referrals to relevant services.
Up-to-date Safeguarding knowledge and experience is essential, especially in CCE and CSE, as well as being able to complete physical observations (including a manual blood pressure and pulse) and interpret and act on these readings in relation to a child's medication care plan.
The ADHD medication review clinics are carried out at various locations with an expectation to travel to these outreach clinics.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details of the role and duties.
You will receive support via Advanced Nurse Practitioner within the team as well as the Consultant Community Paediatricians.
The post holder will benefit from being part of a supportive, experienced multidisciplinary team. Opportunities for personal and professional development exist through monthly supervision, managerial; and peer support, annual performance and development review and sharing of best practice.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
We strongly encourage informal visits and discussion prior to application.
Please contact Cherie Clayton (01603 272463) if you are interested in booking an informal discussion.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- 1st level degree in relevant field
- Advanced assessment skills/evidence of advanced assessment qualification at degree or master's level
- Recognised Post Registration Qualification in Relevant Specialty equivalent to master's level or equivalent experience
- V300 Non-Medical Prescribing
- Relevant mentorship/practice assessor and supervisor or teaching and assessing course
Desirable: - ADHD specific training/qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with CYP who have a diagnosis of ADHD
- Experience in managing the co-morbidities of ADHD/ASD and provision of behavioural advice or identifying onward referrals
- Experience of working in community and education settings
- Experience of working with marginalised or hard to reach groups of CYP and families
Desirable: - Experience of prescribing medications to CYP
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in assessment and management of children and young people with ADHD
- Competent with screening assessment criteria/tools
- Experienced and confident to deliver ADHD psychoeducation/parenting and young people's courses
- Skilled at assessing and management of children with ASD and ADHD
- Recent evidence of study or knowledge in speciality or related field
- Sound knowledge of professional accountability of NHS issues
- Knowledge of equality, diversity and human rights and its importance
- Standard keyboard skills
Desirable: - Training in the delivery of accredited parenting courses; - Knowledge of children's mental health and child development
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate using both written and verbal communication styles
- Be experienced at managing difficult conversations
- Effective observational, listening and analytical skills
Desirable: - Advanced communication skills training/qualification
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability to manage independent clinics and timetable
- Ability to make evidence-based decisions in highly complex situations within agreed protocols or guidelines
Personal Attributes/Behaviours
Essential
- Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Demonstrates understanding of safeguarding issues
- Appreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individual children and young people/vulnerable adults whatever their life circumstances
- Professional appearance
Other
Essential
- Enhanced DBS for working with children and adults
- Must hold a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English language
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
12 November 2026
Last checked
13 November 2026
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