Service Lead - ADHD Service
Job Description
Job summary
Are you an experienced clinician with a passion for neurodevelopmental care? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping and leading ADHD services that make a real difference to patients lives? We are looking for a dynamic and committed ADHD Service Lead/Prescriber to join our forward-thinking team at Vertis Health.
As the ADHD Service Lead, youll provide strategic and clinical leadership, oversee high-risk cases, and work collaboratively to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of service development while supporting a culture of shared learning and continuous improvement across the ADHD clinical team.
Vertis Health is a federation of GP surgeries and PCNs in Worcestershire, proudly serving over 600,000 NHS patients. We combine the strength of a large organisation with the independence of our member practices, offering innovative services that support sustainable, community-based healthcare.
This hybrid role offers flexibility between remote and on-site working, enabling you to balance leadership, prescribing, clinical governance, and staff development. If youre ready to bring your expertise to an organisation that values collaboration, inclusion, and innovation, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now to shape the future of ADHD care in a thriving and supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
Provide clinical and strategic leadership across the ADHD service, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care.
Lead and support a multidisciplinary team of prescribers and clinicians, fostering a culture of shared learning and collaboration.
Oversee day-to-day service delivery, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines, regulatory standards, and internal values.
Manage complex and high-risk ADHD cases, prescribing appropriate treatments in line with NICE guidelines.
Support recruitment, induction, retention, and professional development of ADHD service staff.
Implement evidence-based clinical practices and service improvements aligned with patient needs and service objectives.
Develop integrated care pathways in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
Lead on clinical governance, including audits, safeguarding, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards.
Identify opportunities for service innovation and contribute to ADHD-related research and knowledge advancement.
Deliver and support ADHD-specific training programmes to enhance clinical expertise across the team.
Collaborate closely with the Neurodevelopmental Leadership Team to expand service reach and impact.
About us
Vertis Health is a fast-growing provider of community-based healthcare services to NHS patients within South Worcestershire. The organisation utilises the excellent clinical expertise that already resides within the local NHS environment and harnesses it with efficient administration pathways to provide patients with more convenient and accessible services. We hope that by doing this we will not only deliver pathway improvements to patients but also go some way to relieving the growing volume pressures that are being experienced within local hospitals and GP practices.
Job responsibilities
Job Title: ADHD Service Lead / Prescriber Reports to: Clinical Lead Location: Hybrid remote and site-based Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About UsVertis Health is a federation of GP practices and PCNs in Worcestershire, representing a vibrant network serving over 600,000 NHS patients. Our member-led model supports GP surgeries with clinical, operational and business services allowing practices to remain independent while benefiting from scale and shared innovation.
Were focused on delivering high-quality, sustainable services that meet community needs and empower local teams to provide exceptional care.
The RoleWere seeking an experienced and passionate ADHD Service Lead/Prescriber to lead our expanding ADHD clinical service. This role is perfect for a clinician with a strong ADHD background and a passion for service improvement, innovation, and integrated care. You'll play a key role in shaping the future of ADHD provision, supporting prescribers, and ensuring safe, effective care.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy
- Lead the ADHD service, aligning delivery with national guidelines and local vision.
- Provide clinical supervision and support to prescribers, encouraging continuous learning and shared best practice.
- Take the lead on managing high-risk cases and clinical escalations.
- Collaborate with the Neurodevelopmental Leadership Team to shape strategic priorities and growth plans.
- Act as the services clinical ambassador, promoting awareness and understanding of ADHD.
Service Delivery & Patient Care
- Develop and implement evidence-based ADHD care models and treatment pathways.
- Prescribe medications, including controlled drugs, in line with NICE guidance and best practice.
- Monitor service quality and outcomes, addressing bottlenecks, prescribing risks, and patient safety concerns.
- Coordinate with external partners to establish seamless care pathways across services.
- Oversee complex care plans and ensure continuity of care.
Training & Development
- Design and deliver training to improve ADHD knowledge and prescribing confidence across the clinical team.
- Ensure all staff are fully trained in legal frameworks, safeguarding, and up-to-date clinical practice.
- Lead recruitment, induction, and ongoing professional development of ADHD service staff.
Clinical Governance
- Monitor prescribing activity, lead audits, and implement service improvements.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with data protection laws.
- Contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives relating to ADHD.
- Lead on the development of clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures tailored to ADHD care.
- Registered healthcare professional with current prescribing rights (e.g., nurse prescriber, pharmacist, or other appropriate registration).
- Extensive experience working in ADHD services or neurodevelopmental care.
- Proven ability to lead clinical services and manage multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong understanding of NICE guidelines, clinical governance, and safeguarding frameworks.
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organisational skills.
- Passionate about innovation, improvement, and delivering patient-centred care.
- Be part of a growing, mission-led organisation making real impact across Worcestershire.
- Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working while leading an exciting and evolving clinical service.
- Work within a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture that champions professional development and community-focused healthcare.
We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Vertis Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexuality, or background. We believe that diverse teams deliver better outcomes.
Additional Information- This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
- The job description is subject to change following consultation with the post-holder.
- We reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient applications are received.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Independent Prescribing
Desirable
- ADHD Specific Training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
SW Healthcare
Address
38 Kenilworth Close
Redditch
Worcestershire
B97 5JX
