Mental Health Nurse Children & Young People (Autism & ADHD)

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AMP Group Practice Mental Health Nurse Children & Young People (Autism & ADHD)

The closing date is 13 September 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking a Mental Health Nurse to join our CAMHS Neurodiversity Pathway, supporting children and young people with autism, ADHD and co-occurring mental health difficulties, and their families, within a community setting.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing assessment, diagnosis support and ongoing intervention, working closely with schools, families and other children's services to deliver joined-up, child-centred care. We welcome applications from nurses at all stages of their career with a genuine interest in this area.

Main duties of the job

Undertake nursing assessments as part of the multidisciplinary autism/ADHD diagnostic pathway.

Deliver evidence-based interventions and care plans for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions and mental health needs.

Support families and carers with psychoeducation, strategies and signposting to wider support.

Support and monitor medication where prescribed, working within shared care arrangements and closely with prescribers.

Liaise with schools, social care, paediatrics and voluntary sector organisations to coordinate holistic support.

Contribute to safeguarding processes in line with Trust and statutory guidance.

Support young people through key transitions, including into adult services.

Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to pathway development and audit.

About us

AMP Group practice are a smart working team , undergoing a positive and innovative recruitment drive to get the best people providing the best service to our patients .

We are looking to the future to provide digital and traditional solutions to our patient's needs and are redesigning our service provision

There is plenty of opportunity to progress with our organisation

Details

Date posted

11 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A1885-26-0022

Job locations

Spa Pool Road

Askern

Doncaster

DN6 0HZ

United Kingdom

Mexborough Medical Practice

Alagu Close

MEXBOROUGH

South Yorkshire

S64 9AE

United Kingdom

Conisbrough Medical Practice

The Stone Castle Centre, Gardens Lane

Conisbrough

DONCASTER

South Yorkshire

DN12 3JW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake nursing assessments as part of the multidisciplinary autism/ADHD diagnostic pathway.

Deliver evidence-based interventions and care plans for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions and mental health needs.

Support families and carers with psychoeducation, strategies and signposting to wider support.

Support and monitor medication where prescribed, working within shared care arrangements and closely with prescribers.

Liaise with schools, social care, paediatrics and voluntary sector organisations to coordinate holistic support.

Contribute to safeguarding processes in line with Trust and statutory guidance.

Support young people through key transitions, including into adult services.

Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to pathway development and audit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake nursing assessments as part of the multidisciplinary autism/ADHD diagnostic pathway.

Deliver evidence-based interventions and care plans for children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions and mental health needs.

Support families and carers with psychoeducation, strategies and signposting to wider support.

Support and monitor medication where prescribed, working within shared care arrangements and closely with prescribers.

Liaise with schools, social care, paediatrics and voluntary sector organisations to coordinate holistic support.

Contribute to safeguarding processes in line with Trust and statutory guidance.

Support young people through key transitions, including into adult services.

Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to pathway development and audit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or RNC registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), registration must be maintained throughout employment.
• Enhanced DBS check with children's barred list (required for post).
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to child neurodevelopmental care

Experience

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Children's Nurse (RMN/RNC) with current NMC registration.
• Experience of or a genuine interest in working with children and young people, ideally within CAMHS or a neurodevelopmental setting.
• Understanding of, or willingness to develop knowledge of, autism and ADHD presentations in children and young people.
• Experience of safeguarding practice and working within statutory children's frameworks.
• Strong communication and family-engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across health, education and social care.

Desirable

• An Independent/Supplementary Prescribing qualification would be highly beneficial candidates working towards this, or willing to undertake the training, are also very welcome to apply.
• Specific training in autism/ADHD diagnostic assessment tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R, QbTest).
• Experience of working within a multi-agency CAMHS neurodevelopmental pathway.
• Experience delivering parent/carer psychoeducation groups.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN or RNC registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), registration must be maintained throughout employment.
• Enhanced DBS check with children's barred list (required for post).
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to child neurodevelopmental care

Experience

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Children's Nurse (RMN/RNC) with current NMC registration.
• Experience of or a genuine interest in working with children and young people, ideally within CAMHS or a neurodevelopmental setting.
• Understanding of, or willingness to develop knowledge of, autism and ADHD presentations in children and young people.
• Experience of safeguarding practice and working within statutory children's frameworks.
• Strong communication and family-engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across health, education and social care.

Desirable

• An Independent/Supplementary Prescribing qualification would be highly beneficial candidates working towards this, or willing to undertake the training, are also very welcome to apply.
• Specific training in autism/ADHD diagnostic assessment tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R, QbTest).
• Experience of working within a multi-agency CAMHS neurodevelopmental pathway.
• Experience delivering parent/carer psychoeducation groups.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

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

AMP Group Practice

Address

Spa Pool Road

Askern

Doncaster

DN6 0HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.askernmedicalpractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

AMP Group Practice

Address

Spa Pool Road

Askern

Doncaster

DN6 0HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.askernmedicalpractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operations Manager

Carly Woodward

[email protected]

Details

Date posted

11 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

A1885-26-0022

Job locations

Spa Pool Road

Askern

Doncaster

DN6 0HZ

United Kingdom

Mexborough Medical Practice

Alagu Close

MEXBOROUGH

South Yorkshire

S64 9AE

United Kingdom

Conisbrough Medical Practice

The Stone Castle Centre, Gardens Lane

Conisbrough

DONCASTER

South Yorkshire

DN12 3JW

United Kingdom

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