Learning Disabilities Nurse
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wellington |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1466493822 |
Summary
Please note that this role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship
Learning Disabilities Nurse RNLD - Up to £39,000
You’ll be working on an inpatient ward supporting adults with learning disabilities and co-existing mental health conditions. The role involves hands-on nursing care, risk assessment, medication management, and leading care delivery across a 12-hour shift. Patients may present with complex needs and behaviours that challenge, requiring confident clinical judgement and consistent therapeutic input.
Before You Apply
- You must hold active NMC registration as a Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD).
- You must have completed your preceptorship and have post-registration experience.
- This position is NOT suitable for newly qualified nurses who have not finished preceptorship.
Key Job Details
- Salary up to £39,000 depending on experience
- Full-time permanent contract
- 37.5 hours per week -12-hour shifts including days, nights and weekends
- Inpatient hospital setting
- Therapeutic service for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Birthday leave
- Buy and sell annual leave scheme
- Life assurance
- Subsidised meals
- On-site parking
- Ongoing training and structured development pathways
- Wellbeing programme and employee benefits portal
What You’ll Need
- Active NMC registration as RNLD
- Completed preceptorship with post-registration nursing experience
- Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities in a clinical setting
- Confidence managing risk, medication administration, and documentation
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends
What You’ll Do
- Deliver and evaluate person-centred care plans for adults with learning disabilities
- Administer medication and complete clinical risk assessments
- Lead shifts and coordinate care alongside the multidisciplinary team
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with NMC standards
- Respond to incidents and implement positive behavioural support strategies
- Contribute to ward reviews, handovers, and care planning meetings
What Happens After You Apply
Applications will be reviewed against the essential criteria for the Learning Disabilities Nurse RNLD role. Suitable applicants will be contacted to arrange an initial discussion and interview.
Reference: WILL212536/DB