Learning Disability Clinical Assessor
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 02/09/2026
- Closes
- 16/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Disabilities Clinical Assessor to join the Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Team in North West London. The role involves assessing, monitoring, and reviewing individuals with learning disabilities and complex health needs in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, service users, and families to ensure person-centred care. This post is ideal for a Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) or suitably experienced Allied Health Professional.
Essential criteria
- Relevant degree/professional qualification in Nursing (RNLD) or registered allied health care professional
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in a specialist area.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Experience gained over a number of years in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience of case management with service users who have complex health needs
- Skills & Knowledge
- A clear knowledge and understanding of The National Framework for NHS Continuing Health Care and its application in practice
- A good level of working knowledge of the relevant legislation and theories underpinning the provision of services to the relevant client group
- A clear knowledge and understanding of service provision available locally, regionally and nationally for the LD client group
- Good working knowledge of adult safeguarding
- Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills enabling effective communication with clients, other professionals, colleagues, partner agencies, providers and carers
- Excellent written and verbal communication including providing and receiving complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Excellent time management skills
- Key attributes
- An understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its application
- An understanding of commissioning for complex health needs in the context of NHS Continuing Healthcare and people with LD
- Understanding of relevant current NHS and social care market mechanisms
- Awareness of Data Protection and confidentiality issues
- Ability to prioritise and to work effectively on own initiative
- Ability to work in hostile environments and deal with conflict on a regular basis
- Understanding of the commissioning/ procurement process for adult continuing health care packages
- Education/Qualification
- Relevant degree/professional qualification in Nursing (RNLD) or registered allied health care professional
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in a specialist area.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Experience gained over a number of years in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience of case management with service users who have complex health needs
- Skills & Knowledge
- A clear knowledge and understanding of The National Framework for NHS Continuing Health Care and its application in practice
- A good level of working knowledge of the relevant legislation and theories underpinning the provision of services to the relevant client group
- A clear knowledge and understanding of service provision available locally, regionally and nationally for the LD client group
- Good working knowledge of adult safeguarding
- Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills enabling effective communication with clients, other professionals, colleagues, partner agencies, providers and carers
- Excellent written and verbal communication including providing and receiving complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Excellent time management skills
- Key attributes
- An understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its application
- An understanding of commissioning for complex health needs in the context of NHS Continuing Healthcare and people with LD
- Understanding of relevant current NHS and social care market mechanisms
- Awareness of Data Protection and confidentiality issues
- Ability to prioritise and to work effectively on own initiative
- Ability to work in hostile environments and deal with conflict on a regular basis
- Understanding of the commissioning/ procurement process for adult continuing health care packages
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £45,953 – £54,254 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Central London Community Health Trust
Learning Disability Clinical Assessor
The closing date is 16 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Disabilities Clinical Assessor to join the Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Team within North West London.
This post is ideal for a Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) or suitably experienced Allied Health Professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for people with learning disabilities and complex health needs.
Working within a specialist multidisciplinary team, you will assess, monitor and review individuals in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare. You will work closely with service users, families, health and social care professionals, provider organisations and local authorities to ensure individuals receive person-centred, safe and effective care that meets their assessed needs.
The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in Continuing Healthcare, commissioning and complex care assessment while gaining experience across a range of health and social care services. Applications are welcomed from those already working in Continuing Healthcare, as well as candidates looking to broaden their experience beyond traditional clinical settings. Development opportunities may be considered for the right candid
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