Job summary
Job title: Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Line manager: PCN Business Manager/ Practice Partner
Accountable to: PCN Clinical Director
Location: Well Street Surgery
This is a new role for the team at Well Street Medical Centre. We are looking for a passionate and highly skilled Advanced Care Practitioner to join our forward-thinking GP practice. As an ACP, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care - assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of conditions with autonomy and clinical expertise.
You will work closely with our GPs, nurses, and wider healthcare team, contributing to innovative, patient-centred services that truly make a difference in the community. To succeed, you will need advanced clinical skills, sound decision-making, and a commitment to continuous learning.
We offer a supportive environment where your voice is valued, you will have opportunities for professional growth and the chance to be part of a collaborative team, dedicated to improving outcomes for our patients.
Join us and help shape the future of primary care.
Main duties of the job
As an Advanced Care Practitioner in our team, you will provide high-quality clinical care across a diverse patient caseload. You will assess, diagnose, and manage acute and long-term conditions, carry out examinations and investigations, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans. You will support health promotion, disease prevention, and patient education, working both independently and as part of our multidisciplinary team.
We are looking for a confident clinician with advanced assessment and prescribing skills, excellent communication, and the ability to make sound clinical decisions under pressure. You will need a patient-centred approach, adaptability, and a drive for continuous professional development. If you are proactive, compassionate, and keen to influence the future of primary care, we would love to hear from you.
About us
As one of seven practices in the Moorlands Rural PCN, we care for 7,500 patients in a semi-rural town. Our friendly, multi-skilled team includes GPs, nurses, pharmacists, dispensers, admin, and management staff, supported by our ARRS colleagues including a physiotherapist, mental health practitioners, pharmacy team, care coordinators, and social prescribers.
We deliver high-quality, person-centred care, including regular nursing home visits, MDTs with our local community partners and provide dispensing services for our community.
Staff development is a priority, with training and career progression actively encouraged. We foster a supportive, inclusive atmosphere where teamwork and innovation are valued, and we work closely with our PPG and the wider community to make a real difference.
The role includes NHS pension, opportunities to learn and grow, and a positive work-life balance within a practice where your wellbeing and contribution truly matter.
Please contact the practice directly if you would like to arrange a tour of the practice prior to applying on 01538 753114 or nstccg.wellstreetcheadle@nhs.net.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
Job Summary
The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) is an experienced, registered healthcare professional who has been assessed as competent in advanced clinical practice through education at Masters level (or equivalent) and mapped against the national Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice.
The ACP works autonomously, with the authority to assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe, and manage patients presenting with complex needs, uncertainty, and risk, within the limits of their professional competence. They apply advanced clinical reasoning to support safe decision-making, while ensuring appropriate escalation or referral when necessary.
The ACP provides timely, patient-centred care and supports avoidance of unnecessary GP referral, contributing to improved access, continuity, and outcomes for patients. In primary care, the ACP builds long-term relationships with patients, carers, and families, working in partnership to achieve optimum health.
The ACP role is underpinned by the four pillars of advanced practice (clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research). Protected time and structured job planning will ensure the ACP contributes to each pillar, supporting personal development, service transformation, and organisational objectives.
Generic Responsibilities
All staff at Well Street Medical Centre and the wider Moorlands Rural PCN have a duty to conform to the following:
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) creates an environment where all individuals can achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons it improves operational effectiveness; it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.
Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Primary Responsibilities
The ACP will: -
- Manage patients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, exercising independent clinical judgement and decision-making.
- Undertake extended and supplementary prescribing (V300), adhering to relevant guidance and governance arrangements.
- Support patients in the safe use of medicines (prescribed or over the counter), conducting reviews and medicines optimisation as required.
- Contribute to practice and PCN targets (e.g. QOF), complying with local, regional, and national guidance.
- Identify, manage, and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, promoting preventative care.
- Request, interpret, and act on pathology and diagnostic investigations.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with legislation, professional standards, and practice policies.
- Support the practice/PCN team in managing clinical emergencies and safeguarding matters, in accordance with policy.
- Practise within their code of professional conduct and scope of practice, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, and omissions.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of their broadened responsibility and autonomy, including working with complexity, uncertainty, and incomplete information.
- Use advanced communication skills to support shared decision-making, personalised care planning, and positive behaviour change.
- Exercise professional judgement to assess and manage clinical risk.
- Act as a professional role model and resource for the wider team.
- Actively engage in peer review, reflection, and feedback to inform continuous improvement.
- Involve patients, carers, and communities in the co-design and evaluation of services.
- Critically assess and address personal learning needs, maintaining a professional development plan that reflects the four pillars of advanced practice.
- Deliver opportunistic health promotion and patient education as appropriate.
- Chaperone patients when required.
Secondary Responsibilities
The ACP may also: -
- Lead or contribute to service development and pathway redesign at practice or PCN level.
- Provide structured supervision, mentorship, and educational support for colleagues, students, and trainees.
- Participate in and lead quality improvement, audit, and research projects, disseminating findings to support evidence-based practice.
- Support the development of local protocols, policies, and clinical governance frameworks.
- Engage in structured workplace supervision in line with the Centre for Advancing Practice guidance, ensuring accountability and ongoing capability development.
- Work towards recognition/credentialing via the Centre for Advancing Practice e-portfolio (supported route) or equivalent, where applicable.
- Participate in significant event reviews, root cause analyses, and organisational learning activities.
- Engage with external agencies and professional bodies to promote collaborative working and system-wide improvement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
Job Summary
The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) is an experienced, registered healthcare professional who has been assessed as competent in advanced clinical practice through education at Masters level (or equivalent) and mapped against the national Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice.
The ACP works autonomously, with the authority to assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe, and manage patients presenting with complex needs, uncertainty, and risk, within the limits of their professional competence. They apply advanced clinical reasoning to support safe decision-making, while ensuring appropriate escalation or referral when necessary.
The ACP provides timely, patient-centred care and supports avoidance of unnecessary GP referral, contributing to improved access, continuity, and outcomes for patients. In primary care, the ACP builds long-term relationships with patients, carers, and families, working in partnership to achieve optimum health.
The ACP role is underpinned by the four pillars of advanced practice (clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research). Protected time and structured job planning will ensure the ACP contributes to each pillar, supporting personal development, service transformation, and organisational objectives.
Generic Responsibilities
All staff at Well Street Medical Centre and the wider Moorlands Rural PCN have a duty to conform to the following:
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
A good attitude and positive action towards Equality Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) creates an environment where all individuals can achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons it improves operational effectiveness; it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.
Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Primary Responsibilities
The ACP will: -
- Manage patients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, exercising independent clinical judgement and decision-making.
- Undertake extended and supplementary prescribing (V300), adhering to relevant guidance and governance arrangements.
- Support patients in the safe use of medicines (prescribed or over the counter), conducting reviews and medicines optimisation as required.
- Contribute to practice and PCN targets (e.g. QOF), complying with local, regional, and national guidance.
- Identify, manage, and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, promoting preventative care.
- Request, interpret, and act on pathology and diagnostic investigations.
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with legislation, professional standards, and practice policies.
- Support the practice/PCN team in managing clinical emergencies and safeguarding matters, in accordance with policy.
- Practise within their code of professional conduct and scope of practice, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, and omissions.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of their broadened responsibility and autonomy, including working with complexity, uncertainty, and incomplete information.
- Use advanced communication skills to support shared decision-making, personalised care planning, and positive behaviour change.
- Exercise professional judgement to assess and manage clinical risk.
- Act as a professional role model and resource for the wider team.
- Actively engage in peer review, reflection, and feedback to inform continuous improvement.
- Involve patients, carers, and communities in the co-design and evaluation of services.
- Critically assess and address personal learning needs, maintaining a professional development plan that reflects the four pillars of advanced practice.
- Deliver opportunistic health promotion and patient education as appropriate.
- Chaperone patients when required.
Secondary Responsibilities
The ACP may also: -
- Lead or contribute to service development and pathway redesign at practice or PCN level.
- Provide structured supervision, mentorship, and educational support for colleagues, students, and trainees.
- Participate in and lead quality improvement, audit, and research projects, disseminating findings to support evidence-based practice.
- Support the development of local protocols, policies, and clinical governance frameworks.
- Engage in structured workplace supervision in line with the Centre for Advancing Practice guidance, ensuring accountability and ongoing capability development.
- Work towards recognition/credentialing via the Centre for Advancing Practice e-portfolio (supported route) or equivalent, where applicable.
- Participate in significant event reviews, root cause analyses, and organisational learning activities.
- Engage with external agencies and professional bodies to promote collaborative working and system-wide improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified healthcare professional i.e. NMC, GPHC etc.
- Educated to Masters degree as detailed within the HEE document tilted Multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England.
- Qualified independent prescriber - V300.
- Registered on their appropriate professional register.
Desirable
- Minor illness qualification.
- ALS and PALS.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of practice within the four pillars.
- Job plan that demonstrates advanced clinical practice and has equity with peers working at this level.
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Clinical knowledge and skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and within own scope of practice, escalating appropriately
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance and evidence-based practice
- Strong communication, consultation, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in accurate clinical record keeping (SNOMED/Read coding)
Desirable
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area.
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena.
Other requirements
Essential
- Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Occupational health clearance.
- Meet the requirements and produce evidence for revalidation.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of an ACP.
- Access to own transport and ability to travel across locality on a regular basis.
- Flexibility to work outside core office hours.
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health Clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified healthcare professional i.e. NMC, GPHC etc.
- Educated to Masters degree as detailed within the HEE document tilted Multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England.
- Qualified independent prescriber - V300.
- Registered on their appropriate professional register.
Desirable
- Minor illness qualification.
- ALS and PALS.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of practice within the four pillars.
- Job plan that demonstrates advanced clinical practice and has equity with peers working at this level.
- Experience of prescribing and undertaking medication reviews.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Clinical knowledge and skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and within own scope of practice, escalating appropriately
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance and evidence-based practice
- Strong communication, consultation, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in accurate clinical record keeping (SNOMED/Read coding)
Desirable
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area.
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena.
Other requirements
Essential
- Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Occupational health clearance.
- Meet the requirements and produce evidence for revalidation.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of an ACP.
- Access to own transport and ability to travel across locality on a regular basis.
- Flexibility to work outside core office hours.
Other requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health Clearance
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).
