Advanced Clinical Practitioner - AVS Team Lead

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bury GP Federation is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to lead our Acute Visiting Service (AVS) team across the Bury Primary Care Networks (PCNs). This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinician to combine advanced clinical practice, leadership, education, and service development in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will play a key role in shaping the delivery of high-quality, responsive care to patients in their own homes and local communities. As the AVS Team Lead, you will manage and mentor a growing multidisciplinary team, support the professional development of colleagues, and drive continuous improvement across the service. Join us at Bury GP Federation a collaborative, GP-led organisation committed to innovation, quality, and supporting our workforce to thrive.

Employer: Bury GP Federation

Location: Horizon / Prestwich / Whitefield Primary Care Networks, Bury

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time (Monday Friday, 10:00 18:00, with occasional out-of-hours meetings)

Closing Date: 21.11.25

Interview Date: w.c. 01.12.25

Reporting to: Associate Director of Service Delivery and Development

Bury GP Federation (BGPF) represents 23 GP practices across Bury, Greater Manchester. We work collaboratively to strengthen local general practice, share expertise, and deliver high-quality services at scale. Our goal is to ensure that primary care in Bury remains sustainable, innovative, and responsive to the needs of our local population.

Our core objectives are to:

Be a reliable support organisation, helping practices work efficiently and collaboratively.

Be a respected service provider, delivering at-scale, patient-focused care closer to home.

Be a GP-led, patient-centred partner, working across health and social care systems.

Be a trusted voice for primary care, representing and supporting practices locally and regionally.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to lead our Acute Visiting Service (AVS) team within the Primary Care Networks (PCNs) in Bury. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the AVS team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. The role will span the four pillars of advanced practice clinical, leadership, education, and research providing opportunities for professional growth and innovation. You will lead by example, working autonomously in clinical practice, mentoring and supervising colleagues, and driving service development and improvement across the Federation.

Provide autonomous, high-quality clinical care including same-day and scheduled consultations, home visits, and specialist clinics.

Lead, support and manage the AVS team, undertaking appraisals and supporting ongoing professional development.

Represent Bury GP Federation at locality and regional meetings, promoting collaboration across the health and care system.

Deliver clinical supervision and act as a prescribing or clinical supervisor for trainee ACPs and other clinicians.

Lead on service development, governance, and quality improvement projects.

Support research, audit, and evaluation activities within the service.

Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of practice.

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement via NHS Jobs, outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience meet the requirements of this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional (NMC / HCPC / GMC) in good standing.
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Non-Medical Prescribing (V300) qualification.
• Experience working autonomously in primary or urgent care.
• Demonstrated leadership or management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of primary care delivery within NHS England.

Desirable

• Mentoring or coaching qualification.
• Experience supervising postgraduate learners or trainee ACPs.
• Knowledge of mental health, MSK, cancer, and chronic disease management.
• Experience in service improvement or contractual performance management.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Bury GP Federation

Address

Business Lodge

Barcroft Street

Bury

Lancashire

BL9 5BT

Employer's website

https://www.burygpfederation.com/ (Opens in a new tab)