Advanced Clinical Practitioner- ADHD​/ASC Pathway

Advanced Clinical Practitioner – ADHD/ASC Pathway

The closing date is 25 January 2026

Join the South Staffs Adult ADHD & Autism Team as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner across South Staffordshire. We are expanding and seeking a highly skilled advanced clinician to provide leadership in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred assessments and support for adults across the region.

You will be passionate about transforming neurodevelopmental care for adults and play a key role in shaping a forward‑thinking, values‑driven service.

Key responsibilities include working with patients presenting undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems, assessing their healthcare needs and applying advanced health knowledge and skills, including physical examination.

This role is Monday to Friday, typically 9 am‑5 pm, and will require travel across a large geographical area; access to suitable transport is essential.

• A qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (must have completed a Master’s qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice).
• Experience in neurodevelopmental assessment, mental health, or related clinical fields.
• A reflective, forward‑thinking clinician who values co‑production and evidence‑based practice.
• Enthusiastic about service development and leadership.
• A team player who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment.

• Lead on the completion of comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments for adults.
• Use prescribing qualification to support safe, effective treatment pathways within the wider team.
• Contribute to clinical leadership, service development and continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled, supportive MDT committed to innovation and compassionate care.
• Help shape the future of neurodevelopmental services in South Staffordshire.

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for new and better ways of working to improve life for our local communities.

We employ around 9 000 staff who provide physical and mental health care, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including new‑parent support, eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health and prison mental health, drug or alcohol support.

We offer strong career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are “United in our Uniqueness” and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we ensure every voice is heard and every difference respected.

• Advanced Clinical Practice MSc.
• Specialist ADHD diagnostic and treatment training.

• Evidence of working effectively at a senior level in a community multi‑disciplinary health and social care setting (mental health).
• Experience of working with a range of statutory and non‑statutory agencies.
• Evidence of promoting research, evidence‑based practice, clinical excellence and quality approaches to support outcome‑focused care.
• Experience of working with adults with ADHD and/or Autism.

• Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment; awareness of basic research methodology.
• Skills in assessing, planning and evaluating mental health care/treatment interventions.
• Skills in coordinating complex care and in delivering teaching programmes and working independently.
• Ability to coordinate, develop and deliver a program of health promotion interventions to patients.
• Ability to deal with challenging situations.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and therefore requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to ascertain any previous criminal convictions.