Job summary
Bradford Care Alliance (BCA) is seeking experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs) or Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) to join our bank workforce, working flexibly across a range of BCA services.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within multiple care settings, including the Primary Care Streaming Service (PCSS) based at Bradford Royal Infirmary, the Enhanced Access Service, and other BCA-led healthcare initiatives.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals presenting with undifferentiated or complex needs. Working autonomously within professional boundaries, you will assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate care while demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning and safe decision-making.
The postholder will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with GPs, nurses, and other clinicians to ensure seamless care pathways for patients. This is an ideal role for practitioners who value flexibility, professional autonomy, and clinical variety within a collaborative, innovative organisation.
Please note BCA is not a registered sponsorship organisation.
Please ensure you read the full job description and person specification.
Please only apply if you meet the essential criteria and have work experience in Bradford in either Primary Care or Urgent Care.
Main duties of the job
Provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation for patients with a range of acute and long-term presentations.
Work autonomously within professional boundaries while maintaining collaborative relationships with the GP on duty and wider multidisciplinary teams.
Participate in the Primary Care Streaming Service, Enhanced Access, and other BCA programmes, supporting patients across different care settings.
Prescribe safely and appropriately in line with professional standards and organisational policy (if qualified).
Manage patients presenting with complex or urgent conditions, initiating and coordinating timely investigations and interventions.
Support patients in health promotion, lifestyle management, and self-care, promoting positive long-term health outcomes.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records consistent with NMC/HCPC and legal requirements.
Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives across BCA.
Supervise and support colleagues, students, and junior practitioners, promoting a culture of learning and reflective practice.
Adhere to all relevant clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management policies.
Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism when covering shifts across different BCA services and sites.
About us
Bradford Care Alliance (BCA) is a Community Interest Company (CIC) representing general practices across Bradford City and Districts. We work collaboratively with health and social care partners to deliver high-quality, integrated healthcare services that improve outcomes for patients and communities.
BCA plays a key role within the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, supporting system-wide transformation and the delivery of the shared vision of Happy, Healthy at Home.
Our services include:
- Primary Care Streaming Service (PCSS) delivering timely and effective care to patients attending A&E who can be managed in a primary care setting.
- Enhanced Access providing extended hours GP and ANP appointments across Bradford practices.
- Collaborative health projects that improve access, reduce inequalities, and promote innovation in primary care delivery.
We are proud to support a diverse, inclusive, and progressive workforce. Our clinicians work flexibly and collaboratively, with access to clinical supervision, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence in care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice
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Provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management for patients presenting with undifferentiated or complex needs.
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Work autonomously within professional boundaries to deliver safe, evidence-based care in primary, urgent, and community care settings.
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Initiate and interpret investigations, prescribe medications (if qualified), and make independent clinical decisions as appropriate.
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Support patients to understand and manage their conditions, promoting health education, self-care, and lifestyle modification.
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Recognise and manage acute and chronic conditions, escalating appropriately when required.
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Respond effectively to emergency situations, providing immediate and safe clinical interventions.
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Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in accordance with professional standards and information governance policies.
Service Delivery
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Work flexibly across BCA services, including Streaming, Enhanced Access, and future projects.
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Contribute to maintaining and improving the quality and efficiency of clinical services.
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Deliver care aligned with NICE, local, and national guidelines.
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Support service evaluations, audits, and data collection to monitor outcomes and improve patient care.
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Participate in implementing new care pathways and innovative service models.
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Provide clinical leadership and mentoring within the team as required.
Leadership and Teamwork
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Act as a professional role model, promoting excellence in advanced clinical practice.
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, coordinated care delivery.
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Support the induction, training, and supervision of new or junior staff members.
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Contribute to a positive team culture that values learning, reflection, and professional development.
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Engage in local meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of BCA services.
Risk Management and Governance
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Comply with BCA and NHS policies for clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding.
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Maintain up-to-date mandatory training and professional revalidation.
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Identify and manage clinical risks, escalating concerns as appropriate.
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Participate in audits, significant event analyses, and clinical incident reviews.
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Promote infection prevention and control and ensure adherence to health and safety standards.
Communication
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Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families, and carers, ensuring understanding and consent.
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Deliver difficult or sensitive information in a professional and compassionate manner.
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Maintain clear, respectful communication with colleagues, demonstrating teamwork and collaboration.
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Use clinical systems (e.g., SystmOne, Cerner) effectively for record-keeping and communication.
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Ensure information sharing complies with confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Learning and Development
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Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and revalidation.
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Participate in BCA clinical supervision, appraisals, and protected learning activities.
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Support and mentor students or other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
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Engage in reflective practice and shared learning across services.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
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Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
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Recognise and act to address health inequalities and barriers to care.
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Support patients from diverse backgrounds in accessing appropriate healthcare.
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Uphold BCAs values of respect, fairness, and compassion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice
-
Provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management for patients presenting with undifferentiated or complex needs.
-
Work autonomously within professional boundaries to deliver safe, evidence-based care in primary, urgent, and community care settings.
-
Initiate and interpret investigations, prescribe medications (if qualified), and make independent clinical decisions as appropriate.
-
Support patients to understand and manage their conditions, promoting health education, self-care, and lifestyle modification.
-
Recognise and manage acute and chronic conditions, escalating appropriately when required.
-
Respond effectively to emergency situations, providing immediate and safe clinical interventions.
-
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records in accordance with professional standards and information governance policies.
Service Delivery
-
Work flexibly across BCA services, including Streaming, Enhanced Access, and future projects.
-
Contribute to maintaining and improving the quality and efficiency of clinical services.
-
Deliver care aligned with NICE, local, and national guidelines.
-
Support service evaluations, audits, and data collection to monitor outcomes and improve patient care.
-
Participate in implementing new care pathways and innovative service models.
-
Provide clinical leadership and mentoring within the team as required.
Leadership and Teamwork
-
Act as a professional role model, promoting excellence in advanced clinical practice.
-
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, coordinated care delivery.
-
Support the induction, training, and supervision of new or junior staff members.
-
Contribute to a positive team culture that values learning, reflection, and professional development.
-
Engage in local meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of BCA services.
Risk Management and Governance
-
Comply with BCA and NHS policies for clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding.
-
Maintain up-to-date mandatory training and professional revalidation.
-
Identify and manage clinical risks, escalating concerns as appropriate.
-
Participate in audits, significant event analyses, and clinical incident reviews.
-
Promote infection prevention and control and ensure adherence to health and safety standards.
Communication
-
Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families, and carers, ensuring understanding and consent.
-
Deliver difficult or sensitive information in a professional and compassionate manner.
-
Maintain clear, respectful communication with colleagues, demonstrating teamwork and collaboration.
-
Use clinical systems (e.g., SystmOne, Cerner) effectively for record-keeping and communication.
-
Ensure information sharing complies with confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Learning and Development
-
Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and revalidation.
-
Participate in BCA clinical supervision, appraisals, and protected learning activities.
-
Support and mentor students or other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
-
Engage in reflective practice and shared learning across services.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
-
Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
-
Recognise and act to address health inequalities and barriers to care.
-
Support patients from diverse backgrounds in accessing appropriate healthcare.
-
Uphold BCAs values of respect, fairness, and compassion.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in urgent or primary care setting within Bradford & Craven District.
- Experience working autonomously in an advanced clinical role.
- Competence in managing undifferentiated and complex patient presentations.
Desirable
- Experience in GP, PCN, or community healthcare.
- Participation in audits or service development.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional with current NMC/HCPC registration.
- MSc or Masters-level qualification in Advanced Practice (or working towards).
- Independent Prescriber (V300) qualification.
Desirable
- Teaching or Mentorship qualification.
- Clinical Supervision training.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, leadership, and IT skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
- Competent with clinical systems (SystmOne, Cerner).
Desirable
- Quality improvement or change management experience.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Professional, flexible, and patient-focused.
- Works effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and improvement.
Desirable
- Car driver with ability to travel between sites.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making.
- Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and NHS frameworks.
- Familiarity with NICE guidelines and local care pathways.
Desirable
- Awareness of population health and local health priorities.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in urgent or primary care setting within Bradford & Craven District.
- Experience working autonomously in an advanced clinical role.
- Competence in managing undifferentiated and complex patient presentations.
Desirable
- Experience in GP, PCN, or community healthcare.
- Participation in audits or service development.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional with current NMC/HCPC registration.
- MSc or Masters-level qualification in Advanced Practice (or working towards).
- Independent Prescriber (V300) qualification.
Desirable
- Teaching or Mentorship qualification.
- Clinical Supervision training.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, leadership, and IT skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
- Competent with clinical systems (SystmOne, Cerner).
Desirable
- Quality improvement or change management experience.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Professional, flexible, and patient-focused.
- Works effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and improvement.
Desirable
- Car driver with ability to travel between sites.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making.
- Knowledge of clinical governance, safeguarding, and NHS frameworks.
- Familiarity with NICE guidelines and local care pathways.
Desirable
- Awareness of population health and local health priorities.
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).
Additional information
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).
