Operational & Strategic Neurodiversity & Complex Emotional Needs Lead

Devon Partnership NHS Trust is a leading provider of specialist mental health, learning disability, ADHD and autism services across Devon. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is supported to achieve their full potential. To strengthen our focus on neurodiversity and complex emotional needs, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operational & Strategic Neurodiversity & Complex Emotional Needs Lead to join our team.

• Interviews are scheduled to take place onThursday 13th February 2025.
About the Role: As the Operational & Strategic Neurodiversity & Complex Emotional Needs Lead, you will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of services for individuals with neurodiverse conditions (e.g., autism, ADHD) and those with complex emotional needs. Your leadership will be key in ensuring a high standard of care, promoting inclusive practices, and driving strategic initiatives across the Trust. You will be responsible for overseeing and improving operational processes, ensuring that services are responsive, effective, and aligned with national and local policy frameworks. Additionally, you will contribute to shaping strategic direction and providing expert guidance on best practices, policies, and interventions for people with neurodiverse conditions and complex emotional needs.,
• Lead and develop operational and strategic initiatives for neurodiversity and complex emotional needs across the Trust.
• Provide expert advice, guidance, and leadership to multidisciplinary teams and service managers.
• Ensure service provision meets the needs of individuals with neurodiversity and complex emotional needs, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, training, and educational materials on neurodiversity and emotional wellbeing.
• Champion inclusive and accessible practices within the Trust, fostering an environment that is welcoming for all.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including service users, carers, and external agencies.
• Lead continuous service improvements, with a focus on outcomes, efficiency, and user satisfaction.
• Monitor and analyse service performance, ensuring that all regulatory standards are met.
• Provide leadership and support to staff, ensuring training and development opportunities are accessible to enhance expertise in neurodiversity and complex emotional needs.
  
  The ideal candidate will have a robust background in working with neurodiverse individuals and those with complex emotional needs, ideally in a health or social care setting. You will have strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for promoting inclusivity and enhancing the lives of individuals facing these challenges., We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do