Job requirements
Essential
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Current registration with the NMC.
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Independent prescribing qualification (V300 or equivalent).
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A masters degree level qualification in a relevant area of expertise.
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Evidence of working at masters level or equivalent across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research.
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Evidence of recognised preparation and capability in advanced practice in accordance with the current NHS England/Centre for Advancing Practice requirements.
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The clinical knowledge, skills and experience required to undertake autonomous advanced clinical practice within general practice.
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For Advanced Practitioner Nurses, recognised routes may include completion of a Centre for Advancing Practice accredited MSc Advanced Practice programme or the supported ePortfolio route, as well as the recognised trainee pathways set out within the current PCN Network Contract DES.
Desirable
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We would particularly welcome applicants with experience in:
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General practice or primary care.
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Acute and minor illness assessment and management.
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Same-day assessment and triage.
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Clinical leadership.
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Audit, research or quality improvement.
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Supporting and developing other members of the clinical team.
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Working as an ANP/ACP within a multidisciplinary primary care team.
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Come and meet us
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Choosing a new practice is about more than just a job description.
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If you are interested in the role, we would be very happy to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the practice before you apply. Come and meet the team, see how we work and ask us any questions you may have.
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We are looking for the right person to join our team, and we would love to hear from you.
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If you think this could be the next step for you, please get in touch.
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)to join our friendly and supportive team at Parish Fields Practice.
We are a well-established GP practice caring for approximately 8,150 patients in Diss, on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, patient-centred care while creating a positive, respectful and supportive environment for our staff.
This is an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team where you will have the autonomy to use your advanced clinical skills, while working alongside and supported by experienced clinicians across the practice.
We are looking for someone who enjoys the variety of general practice, is confident in their clinical decision-making and is passionate about providing excellent patient care.
Main duties of the job
As an ANP, you will assess & manage patients presenting to the practice, including those with acute, undifferentiated & long-term conditions.
You will be able to work autonomously within your scope of practice, using your advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, treat & refer patients appropriately.
Your role will include:
- Assessing & triaging patients, including same-day presentations.
- Taking comprehensive histories & undertaking appropriate clinical examinations.
- Assessing & managing undifferentiated & undiagnosed presentations.
- Diagnosing & treating a broad range of acute & chronic conditions.
- Prescribing safely within your scope of practice & in line with relevant national/local guidance.
- Recognising red flags & identifying patients who require escalation or onward referral.
- Completing episodes of care where appropriate, from initial assessment through to treatment, follow-up or referral.
- Working collaboratively with GPs & the wider MDT team.
- Supporting personalised care & shared decision-making with patients.
- Contributing to clinical development, quality improvement & service development within the practice.
- Supporting the education, development & clinical supervision of colleagues where appropriate.
We recognise that every advanced practitioner brings a different range of skills & experience. We are interested in what you can bring to our team, as well as the experience you have already gained.
About us
We believe that looking after our staff is an important part of providing excellent patient care.
Our practice is friendly, supportive and committed to creating an environment where people feel valued and respected. You will become part of an established multidisciplinary team and will have the opportunity to contribute to how we continue to develop our services.
We have approximately 8,150 registered patients and use SystmOne.
Our recent patient and staff feedback has been very positive, and our monthly monitoring of patient feedback consistently shows that over 92% of patients rate the care and service they receive from the practice as Good or Very Good.
Our mission is:
To deliver outstanding patient-centred care within a safe, inclusive and respectful practice environment.
We protect and value our staff and support our patients to take shared responsibility for their health through informed choice, prevention and partnership.
Details
- Date posted: 09 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: A2679-26-0003
- Job locations: The Health Centre, Mount Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4WG, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
As an ANP, you will assess and manage patients presenting to the practice, including those with acute, undifferentiated and long-term conditions.
You will be able to work autonomously within your scope of practice, using your advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, treat and refer patients appropriately.
- Assessing and triaging patients, including same-day presentations.
- Taking comprehensive histories and undertaking appropriate clinical examinations.
- Assessing and managing undifferentiated and undiagnosed presentations.
- Diagnosing and treating a broad range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Prescribing safely within your scope of practice and in line with relevant national and local guidance.
- Recognising red flags and identifying patients who require escalation or onward referral.
- Completing episodes of care where appropriate, from initial assessment through to treatment, follow-up or referral.
- Working collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Supporting personalised care and shared decision-making with patients.
- Contributing to clinical development, quality improvement and service development within the practice.
- Supporting the education, development and clinical supervision of colleagues where appropriate.
We recognise that every advanced practitioner brings a slightly different range of skills and experience. We are interested in what you can bring to our team, as well as the experience you have already gained.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Advanced Nurse Practitioner with Parish Fields Practice in Diss, England. It is listed as a Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
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