Amy Tobin

Experienced ADHD Nurse Specialist / Accredited First Aid Training / Compassionate Support for Neurodivergent Families

About AmyAmy has 25 years experience working with neurodivergent children and young people, 15 of which as a qualified paediatric nurse.Amy's expertise in autism and ADHD began before her nurse training and has continued throughout, leading to her position of Senior ADHD Nurse Specialist in the NHS. There she conducted assessments and supported families with compassion, evidence based advice and practical strategies.Today Amy supports families and organisations in two ways.

For Schools & CompaniesAccredited Health TrainingPractical, engaging training so staff feel confident managing health needs.- Paediatric & Adult First Aid — accredited
- Asthma, Diabetes & Anaphylaxis Training
- PSHE Health & Wellbeing Sessions

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Compassionate Neurodivergent Support
1:1 support for children and young people, pre and post diagnosis.- Neurodivergent Family Support & Strategies
- Mentoring for Young People
- Guidance Navigating Services & School Support

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Amy’s approach is warm, practical and personalised. Whether training staff or supporting a family, the goal is clear, evidence-based support that makes a real difference.

Why Work With Amy- 25 years experience across NHS acute, community, and specialist settings
- Senior ADHD Nurse Specialist background
- Accredited Trainer for First Aid and Health Conditions
- Lived and Clinical Expertise in autism and ADHD

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Qualifications
MSc & PGDip Child Nursing, University of Southampton | BSc Special Educational Needs, Open UniversityLevel 3 Award in Education and Training | First Aid Trainer Qualification — Paediatrics & Adults | APLS | Coaching & Mentoring

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First Aid Training
Neurodivergent Family Support
Mentoring for Young People
Health Education for Schools

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TestimonialsAmy is confident, knowledgeable and understanding in her profession. She has tailored training to small and large groups of people, making it interactive and immersive. I always felt I could ask questions, no question too silly! I have appreciated Amy’s help and support greatlyAmy was a wonderful instructor, she was clear, knowledgeable and happy to help with any questions or queries. Amy made this training fun and engaging, can’t recommend enough!Amy’s experience and empathy meant that she was able to help me, my family, and my teachers to understand the way my brain works in a neurodiversity affirming, caring, respectful and positive way.Amy has a wealth of experience to support families. She has the patience to listen and understand, backed up with intution and expertise to support. I can’t recommend her enough.

First Aid Training

Whether you're a parent, teacher, childcare professional or workplace team, having the confidence to respond in an emergency can save lives.Amy delivers engaging, practical first aid training using the nationally recognised SkillBase First Aid programme. Courses are hands-on, interactive and designed to give you the confidence and skills to deal with real-life emergencies, rather than simply learning theory.Training can be tailored to your needs and includes topics such as:* Emergency First Aid at Work
* Paediatric First Aid
* Basic Life Support (CPR)
* AED (Defibrillator) Training
* Anaphylaxis and EpiPen Training
* Schools and Early Years First Aid
* Bespoke first aid sessions for community groups and organisationsCourses are delivered in a relaxed, supportive environment, making them suitable for people with no previous first aid experience as well as those needing to refresh their skills.Amy also offers a one-hour Allergy Awareness and Emergency Response Training for Schools, which helps schools support the key staff training expectations within the DfE allergy safety guidance linked to Benedict’s Law.It supports whole-school allergy awareness and helps staff understand allergy and anaphylaxis, recognise symptoms, know what to do in an emergency and feel more confident around adrenaline devices.Whether you need accredited workplace training or practical first aid skills for everyday life, Amy can provide training at your school, workplace or community venue.

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TestimonialsVery informative and the humour definitely helped with what can be difficult situations! Have done many first aid courses and was best by far. The teaching technique was excellent and it was easy to understand . Amy trainer explained clear objectives and kept refreshing things we had done so it stuck. A very enjoyable 2 days on the Paediatric First Aid course. July 2025As an Early Years team member, I need to complete a 12 hour paediatric first aid course. This is something I normally dread, but Amy's professional and friendly approach put me totally at ease, over the 2 day course. I would highly recommend her!Brilliant course, lots of information and Amy was marvellousAmy is confident, knowledgeable and understanding in her profession. She has tailored training to small and large groups of people, making it interactive and immersive. I always felt I could ask questions, no question too silly! I have appreciated Amy’s help and support greatlyAmy was a wonderful instructor, she was clear, knowledgeable and happy to help with any questions or queries. Amy made this training fun and engaging, can’t recommend enough!
Best course ever and best teacher - we were made to feel comfortable and at ease.Really excellent course. I feel much more confident and great balance of theory and practical.I've had the pleasure of attending several of Amy's training sessions and would highly recommend her. Amy is an experienced nurse with a wealth of knowledge, delivering training that's informative, practical, and easy to relate to. She has a fantastic ability to explain complex topics clearly, using humour to create a relaxed atmosphere that makes learning enjoyable and approachable. Her sessions are engaging and interactive, with quizzes, videos, and real-life examples that keep everyone involved. Amy encourages questions and always provides thoughtful, practical answers, drawing on her extensive clinical experience. Every session I've attended has been interesting, enjoyable, and left me feeling more confident in applying what I'd learned. Her passion is evident, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for high-quality, engaging training.

Child & Family SupportEvery child is different, and every family has its own challenges. Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, struggling with school, or simply looking for practical advice and reassurance, Amy provides personalised support tailored to your family's needs.With 25' experience supporting neurodivergent chilren, and extensive knowledge of neurodevelopmental conditions, Amy works alongside families to build confidence, reduce stress and find strategies that work in everyday life.Support may include:Neurodivergent family support
Parenting advice and coaching
Behaviour and emotional wellbeing strategies
School and education advocacy
Signposting to local services and resources
Practical support before, during and after ADHD assessmentAmy's approach is compassionate, non-judgemental and evidence-based. She understands that families don't need someone to tell them what they're doing wrong. They need someone to listen, understand and help them move forward with confidence.

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TestimonialsAmy was brilliant.Amy’s experience and empathy meant that she was able to help me, my family, and my teachers to understand the way my brain works in a neurodiversity affirming, caring, respectful and positive way.Amy has a wealth of experience to support families. She has the patience to listen and understand, backed up with intution and expertise to support. I can’t recommend her enough.