Location
London Borough of Sutton, The Old Rectory, Festival Walk, Carshalton.

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£57,402 per annum

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Located in zone 5 with excellent transport links, Sutton boasts award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing, and great schools. The borough enjoys high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services while addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and local developments.

About the Borough (continued)
Sutton is investing continuously in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, Sutton is developing the London Cancer Hub, aiming to become the world’s leading life-science district specialising in cancer research and treatment. This vision will create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy, fostering a vibrant community of scientists, doctors, and innovative companies. With ongoing regeneration including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to maintain independence and balance support with independent living.

About the Service and Team
The Sutton Learning Disability Community Service in South West London provides comprehensive, patient-focused support through a multidisciplinary team including occupational therapy, physiotherapy (with hydrotherapy access), speech and language therapy, psychology and behavioural therapy, nursing, and dietetics. The service delivers personalised, holistic care addressing physical health, communication, mental wellbeing, and coordinated support for people with complex needs. The team focuses on quality improvement projects such as enhancing annual health checks, increasing pneumococcal vaccination uptake, and embedding Universal Care Plans for older adults with learning disabilities. A dedicated Learning Disability Complex Care Pathway is being developed to provide specialist input for individuals with higher support needs. The service is rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting a commitment to safe, effective, and compassionate care across Sutton.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Community Nurse specialising in Learning Disabilities to lead and coordinate care for adults with learning disabilities within Sutton’s community services. This role involves delivering expert assessments, creating personalised care plans, and providing interventions to support individuals with complex health needs, aiming to achieve the best health outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.

Role Responsibilities
You will play a key leadership role by supervising, mentoring, and supporting learning disability nursing staff and students, ensuring high standards of care and professional development. Your clinical expertise will guide care delivery, resolve complex cases, and promote best practice. Working autonomously in the community, you will manage a varied caseload including hospital discharge follow-ups, transition planning, and ongoing health management. Building strong relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams will be essential to ensure holistic, person-centred care. You will represent the service at multi-agency forums and meetings, advocating for the needs and rights of adults with learning disabilities. Your collaborative approach will support integrated care planning and service development initiatives aimed at reducing health inequalities. Additionally, you will contribute to quality improvement projects and service development efforts to enhance care delivery, promote equitable access, and ensure best practice standards across the community team.

Our Offer to You
We are committed to helping you fulfil your potential by providing a supportive, friendly, and collaborative environment to grow your career and skills. We encourage innovation and welcome your ideas to improve ways of working, supported by a dynamic and experienced management team.

Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption, and dependents leave
- Two volunteering days per year
- Flexible working arrangements under the Smarter Working Scheme (role dependent)
- Adjustable and agile working using Google Chromebooks
- Access to a learning and development portal with a range of courses
- Discounts at local shops, restaurants, gyms, and leisure centres
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Zip car scheme
- Confidential health, wellbeing, and counselling support

Application Process
Apply online outlining your skills, abilities, and experience that make you an ideal candidate. Please refer to the job profile requirements and ensure your CV details are correctly uploaded. We value authenticity and expect personalised responses demonstrating your motivation and alignment with our PRIDE values. The closing date is indicative; early application is advised as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received.

Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming borough, committed to creating a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We celebrate differences and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks. As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria. We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer, ensuring all employees receive the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length.

Additional Information
The UK operates a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility and budget. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance. Sponsorship requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and cannot be guaranteed for all roles.

Experience
Minimum of 3 years post-registration experience as a Registered Learning Disability Nurse supporting adults with learning disabilities. Proven ability to work autonomously in community settings managing varied caseloads and delivering specialist assessments and interventions.

About You
Enthusiastic, compassionate, and highly skilled with strong leadership qualities. Able to supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff and students. Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly and representing the team in multi-agency meetings such as Integrated Neighbourhood Team meetings, safeguarding forums, Joint Intelligence Groups, and MDT discussions. Proactive, resilient, and committed to improving outcomes and reducing health inequalities through evidence-based practice, collaborative working, and service development.

Qualifications
Registered Learning Disability Nurse with substantial post-registration experience. Thorough understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding processes, risk management, and positive behaviour support.