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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) within our Neurosciences service. You will need to have a high level of experience in acute clinical practice at band 6 Level/equivalent and have sound clinical knowledge whilst also demonstrating managerial and leadership abilities. Trainee practitioners will be expected to complete an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (Advanced Clinical Practitioner) under the support and guidance of our medical colleagues. Our team of committed practitioners act as advisors for all members of the multidisciplinary team; offering support to both nurses and junior doctors. In light of this our ever expanding team are looking to provide additional support and expertise which will benefit both the patient in terms of continuity and quality of care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner (tACP) you are expected to work in conjunction with the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2025)
- Clinical practice
- Leadership and Management
- Education
- Research This is a training post in which you will deliver, under the supervision of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP) an advanced level of clinical practice within the speciality area.
You will develop the knowledge and skill required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients within the speciality area.
You will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice and speciality specific competencies in practice whilst working towards a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We’re extremely proud of our achievements and the ongoing contribution we’re making to the Neurosciences care group.
The Advanced Clinical Practitioners role is continually evolving in line with advancements in practice and research, which in turn means ongoing developmental opportunities for the successful applicant.
If you are dedicated, compassionate and strive for a rewarding role that can offer plenty of training and development, we would like to hear from you.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: • Supporting a range of learners in practice • Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
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This advert is for Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Neurosciences) with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in NEU Nurse Practitioners. It is listed as a Band 7 Allied health professionals role. The advertised salary is £49,387 to £56,515 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Sep 2026.
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