Marie Curie

Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner REACT

The closing date is 16 July 2025

Job summary

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner to become a part of our REACT team at our Outstanding CQC rated Hospice in Bradford. Apply today if you are passionate about palliative care and want to make a meaningful impact.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will be responsible for a defined patient caseload. You will support nursing and junior medical staff in developing their skills within the palliative care environment, lead specific service developments across the place base, and promote this service both internally and externally to Marie Curie

About us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Details

Date posted

09 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

6477

Job locations

Maudsley Street

Bradford

BD3 9LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are recruiting for a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our REACT Team at Bradford Hospice

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 8a £55,690 to £62,682 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Based: Marie Curie Bradford Hospice

Closing date: 16th July 2025

Interview date: 23rd July 2025

This role is integral to the local clinical leadership team, ensuring effective care delivery across all clinical departments. You will bring a high level of clinical expertise and knowledge to guarantee that care is both safe and effective, aligning with the ethos of person-centred care.

As a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will be responsible for a defined patient caseload. You will support nursing and junior medical staff in developing their skills within the palliative care environment, lead specific service developments across the place base, and promote this service both internally and externally to Marie Curie. You will also be accountable for developing a job plan that ensures time for clinical duties, education, research, and audits within the role. Additionally, the post holder will provide cover for the medical on-call rota out of hours.

What were looking for:

  • Registered Clinician (Registered Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker) Masters qualification in Advanced Practice (regulatory body approved e.g., NMC, HPC)
  • Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development to maintain up to date knowledge and ongoing competence in all aspects of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role
  • Experience working as an autonomous practitioner in specialist palliative care profiling health and social needs within the speciality
  • Apply advanced theoretical, evidence based and practical knowledge to the clinical care of patients with terminal illness when delivering and shaping services.
  • Advanced communication skills to identify complex needs, respond and engage other professionals as appropriate
  • Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs

What's in it for you:

  • Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
  • Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
  • Continuous Professional development
  • Industry leading training programmes
  • Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
  • Defined contribution schemes for Pension
  • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
  • Introduce a friend scheme
  • Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
  • Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
  • Life assurance for all employees

To view the job description, please click here

To apply, please upload your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are recruiting for a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our REACT Team at Bradford Hospice

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC BAND 8a £55,690 to £62,682 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Based: Marie Curie Bradford Hospice

Closing date: 16th July 2025

Interview date: 23rd July 2025

This role is integral to the local clinical leadership team, ensuring effective care delivery across all clinical departments. You will bring a high level of clinical expertise and knowledge to guarantee that care is both safe and effective, aligning with the ethos of person-centred care.

As a Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will be responsible for a defined patient caseload. You will support nursing and junior medical staff in developing their skills within the palliative care environment, lead specific service developments across the place base, and promote this service both internally and externally to Marie Curie. You will also be accountable for developing a job plan that ensures time for clinical duties, education, research, and audits within the role. Additionally, the post holder will provide cover for the medical on-call rota out of hours.

What were looking for:

  • Registered Clinician (Registered Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker) Masters qualification in Advanced Practice (regulatory body approved e.g., NMC, HPC)
  • Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development to maintain up to date knowledge and ongoing competence in all aspects of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role
  • Experience working as an autonomous practitioner in specialist palliative care profiling health and social needs within the speciality
  • Apply advanced theoretical, evidence based and practical knowledge to the clinical care of patients with terminal illness when delivering and shaping services.
  • Advanced communication skills to identify complex needs, respond and engage other professionals as appropriate
  • Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs

What's in it for you:

  • Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
  • Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
  • Continuous Professional development
  • Industry leading training programmes
  • Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
  • Defined contribution schemes for Pension
  • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
  • Introduce a friend scheme
  • Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
  • Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
  • Life assurance for all employees

To view the job description, please click here

To apply, please upload your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.

Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Clinician (Registered Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker)
  • Masters qualification in Advanced Practice (regulatory body approved e.g., NMC, HPC)
  • Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development to maintain up to date knowledge and ongoing competence in all aspects of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role
  • Advanced current knowledge of symptom management gained through recent experience in clinical practice at an advanced level
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Advanced Communication course

Desirable

  • Palliative Care Diploma/ Degree Research qualifications including GCP

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at senior clinician level
  • Experience working as an autonomous practitioner in specialist palliative care profiling health and social needs within the speciality
  • Demonstrates an ability in teaching, research, audit and management
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the wider issues of health and social needs within the locality
  • Experience of managing a clinical case load
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Clinician (Registered Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker)
  • Masters qualification in Advanced Practice (regulatory body approved e.g., NMC, HPC)
  • Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development to maintain up to date knowledge and ongoing competence in all aspects of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role
  • Advanced current knowledge of symptom management gained through recent experience in clinical practice at an advanced level
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Advanced Communication course

Desirable

  • Palliative Care Diploma/ Degree Research qualifications including GCP

Experience

Essential

  • Experience at senior clinician level
  • Experience working as an autonomous practitioner in specialist palliative care profiling health and social needs within the speciality
  • Demonstrates an ability in teaching, research, audit and management
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the wider issues of health and social needs within the locality
  • Experience of managing a clinical case load

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Maudsley Street

Bradford

BD3 9LE


Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Marie Curie

Address

Maudsley Street

Bradford

BD3 9LE


Employer's website

https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner REACT

Recruitment Team

recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk

Details

Date posted

09 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

6477

Job locations

Maudsley Street

Bradford

BD3 9LE


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