Specialist Child Development Nurse
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3ND |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9179-26-0011 |
Summary
RESPONSIBILITIES: The role requires the post holder to: Communication Proactively maintain a two-way reporting system with the multi-disciplinary team the universal health visitor service, education and social care services staff to ensure the effective exchange of essential information for children referred to the CDC, in line with confidentiality, data protection and child protection legislation. Participate in the Multi-Disciplinary Assessment (MDA) of the child. Contribute findings both orally and in a written report in feedback sessions to parent(s) and team as per team protocol. Prepare written reports. Support families pre, during and post the MDA process in particular around the time of diagnosis. Provide information to parents about diagnosis and service availability appropriate to the family and specific for the disability of the child. Participate in meetings of parent and professionals for the sharing of information, review of services and planning for the future. Liaise with and refer to appropriate agencies when indicated. Act as an advocate for the child and family in supporting access to services and financial benefits and challenging negative decisions when appropriate. Provide training/groups/clinics for children and their families individually, in small groups and through specialist programmes as necessary. Maintain knowledge of conditions and services using IT skills, liaison and networking. Act as professional support for the family when necessary. Personal and people development To adhere to the NMC code of professional conduct and be aware of the Scope of Professional Practice and NMC advisory papers. Continue to update on current and developing practice and legislation in the case of children with special needs and of their impact in the delivery of services. Critically appraise and use relevant research to inform clinical models of practice to ensure care in innovative and of a high standard. Develop and maintain specialist skills and knowledge in relation to the needs of children with complex special needs and their families. Undertake education/training in accordance with continued professional development and/or the authority to ensure professional competence. Maintain all mandatory training. Participate in the Trust appraisal process. Through the appraisal and self-evaluation, identify own training needs and agree training/education requirements in order to maintain expertise, knowledge and develop new skills. Undertake regular clinical supervision and safeguarding children supervision. Undertake annual Personal Development Plans and clinical supervision of Specialist Nursery Nursing staff working within the CDC. Access Specialist Health Visitor groups as appropriate. Share examples of good practice with local teams to inform practice. Act as consultancy role for colleagues, Health Visitors, School Nurses and Integrated Teams. Create a suitable environment for learning to take place. Be involved in any teaching/training of students, learners and colleagues from any relevant professional body. Contribute to the Induction Programme for new staff. Provide training to students/colleagues when requested.