Learning Disability and Autism Acute Liaison Nurse / Practitioner

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Disability and Autism Specialist to ensure the needs of adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism are met within our care.,

• Provide specialist advice, guidance, and direct support across various departments within our acute hospital site.


• Collaborate with the Lead Nurse for Learning Disability and Autism to maintain effective links with community-based services.


• Develop and deliver training to enhance the competence and confidence of HHFT staff in providing excellent care to individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.


• Build and support a network of advisors/champions to promote awareness and best practices within the Trust.


This is a vital role for someone passionate about improving healthcare outcomes for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism. Join us in making a meaningful difference at HHFT!, Under the supervision of the the Lead Nurse for Learning Disability and Autism post holder will ensure that adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism receive appropriate care when they access Hospital services , providing specialist advice and direct support to staff. They will help set up and improve processes for patient care, collaborate with community services, and build staff competence through training.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.