Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Peer Support Specialist

The closing date is 29 November 2026

Job summary
We are seeking a neurodivergent peer support specialist to join our Neurodevelopmental Service. Would you like to join us as we navigate new ways of working and build new important relationships to improve health outcomes for the neurodivergent community?

Would you like to work in a small and supportive team where everyone is valued and where the work is challenging and requires innovation and optimism?

Main duties of the job
We are adding peer-led specialist post-diagnostic support to our multi-disciplinary offer.

The team will work with individuals, their families, carers, other SPFT teams and agencies across East Sussex, West Sussex and Brighton and Hove. The successful candidate will have a passion for improving the lives of this client group.

About us
The successful post holder will have at least 2 years experience in peer support work with neurodivergent individuals and an understanding of the experience of an inpatient admission for neurodivergent people.

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 354-LD-20335-1
Job locations: East Brighton CMHC, Brighton, BN2 3EW, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
What we can offer

• an opportunity to really learn about neurodevelopmental conditions (ASC and ADHD) - to develop any existing understanding you have and to feel confident and competent in your specialism.
• a flexible but challenging role as a peer support specialist - using these skills and knowledge every day to feel satisfied in your work
• Robust and meaningful supervision - managerial and clinical. A vibrant and engaged team who enjoy reflection and learning together
• A highly skilled and committed team who are passionate about our work. We have very close links to ongoing innovative research and we use this to improve our care. We have a team of "experts by experience" who challenge and encourage us to get better. We have a strong culture of co-production. We love sharing our knowledge and insights with our colleagues in other services.

Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

• Health care or relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent skills acquired through experience or formal teaching qualification
• A recognised Peer Support qualification
• Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Significant experience of working with autistic people who may have co-occurring mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity in health/social care/teaching setting
• Experience of working with groups/activities
• Experience of supervising others.
• Managing personal wellbeing as an autistic/AuDHD person
• Comprehensive knowledge of Peer Support and strengths and evidence based autistic frameworks / approaches and ability to apply this throughout your work
• Experience of working as part of a team

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details
Employer name: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address: East Brighton CMHC, Brighton, BN2 3EW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Service Manager, Francesca Evans, francesca.evans4@nhs.net

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