Senior Clinical Specialist
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £57,528 to £64,750 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Hartlepool, TS24 7JZ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Applicants must be able to demonstrate: Significant experience in CAMHS, including working with children and young people with complex mental health needs. Extensive expertise in ADHD assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Significant experience initiating, monitoring and optimising ADHD and Mental Health medication. Advanced knowledge of stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications, medicines optimisation and shared-care arrangements. Competence in independently undertaking and interpreting physiological observations required for initiation and ongoing monitoring of treatment. Advanced clinical risk assessment and decision-making skills in complex and challenging clinical scenarios. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they are currently working, or have the capability to work immediately, at TEWV Level 3 Non-Medical Prescriber (Designated Prescribing Practitioner) level. This includes: Current Band 7 or above experience. A minimum of three years' active prescribing experience. Experience of acting as a Practice Supervisor for student Non-Medical Prescribers. Evidence of providing supervision and support to qualified and trainee NMPs. Experience managing complex prescribing decisions and complex clinical cases. Ability to demonstrate advanced prescribing leadership within multidisciplinary settings. Non TEWV applicants must be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of competency. The successful applicant will be expected to provide evidence during the application and interview process that they meet the expectations of the RPS Designated Prescribing Practitioner Competency Framework and can demonstrate: Clinical credibility as an experienced prescriber. Experience supporting and developing prescribing practice in others. Advanced decision-making and risk management skills. Knowledge of governance and quality assurance processes relating to prescribing. Commitment to developing safe and effective prescribing cultures within services. Strategic Leadership Expectations As a Level 3 NMP/DPP, there is an expectation that the post holder will: Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives at both local and strategic levels. Influence and support service delivery improvements across CAMHS and wider Trust services. Demonstrate a strong understanding of teams and services beyond their own speciality. Contribute to prescribing governance, workforce development and professional leadership activities. Deputise for the NMP Lead within the speciality when required. Work collaboratively across services to improve patient pathways and outcomes. Support the development of future prescribers and the advancement of nursing practice across the organisation. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.