Peer Support Specialist
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Brighton, BN2 3EWView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 November 2026
16 days leftJob description
We are seeking a neurodivergent peer support specialist to join our Neurodevelopmental Service. Would you like to join us as we navigate new ways of w...
We are adding peer-led specialist post-diagnostic support to our multi-disciplinary offer.
The team will work with individuals, their families, carers, other SPFT teams and agencies across East Sussex, West Sussex and Brighton and Hove. The successful candidate will have a passion for improving the lives of this client group.
What we can offer
an opportunity to really learn about neurodevelopmental conditions (ASC and ADHD) - to develop any existing understanding you have and to feel confident and competent in your specialism.
a flexible but challenging role as a peer support specialist - using these skills and knowledge every day to feel satisfied in your work
Robust and meaningful supervision - managerial and clinical. A vibrant and engaged team who enjoy reflection and learning together
A highly skilled and committed team who are passionate about our work. We have very close links to ongoing innovative research and we use this to improve our care. We have a team of "experts by experience" who challenge and encourage us to get better. We have a strong culture of co-production. We love sharing our knowledge and insights with our colleagues in other services.
The successful post holder will have at least 2 years experience in peer support work with neurodivergent individuals and an understanding of the experience of an inpatient admission for neurodivergent people.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Health care or relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent skills acquired through experience or formal teaching qualification
- A recognised Peer Support qualification
- Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of working with autistic people who may have co-occurring mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity in health/social care/teaching setting
- Experience of working with groups/activities
- Experience of supervising others.
- Managing personal wellbeing as an autistic/AuDHD person
- Comprehensive knowledge of Peer Support and strengths and evidence based autistic frameworks / approaches and ability to apply this throughout your work
- Experience of working as part of a team
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
13 November 2026
Last checked
13 November 2026
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