Job summary
Are you an ACP, who wants to work within a community based MDT, having a passion for supporting patient care and keen to make a difference? Do you want to support the development of the new Community Urgent Care Division?We arelooking for an enthusiastic Advanced Clinical Practitioner who wants to join our Care Home Support Team and support patients to stay at home, reducing the need for hospital admission.
The ACP will primarily work within the Care Home Support Team but may be asked to rotate between our Hospital at Home service, IV Team as well as the Discharge to Assess team. The Advanced Practitioner role within the Care Home Support Team will provide comprehensive healthcare sensitive to the needs of the population, including advanced clinical assessments, history taking, diagnosis, plan and deliver treatment, prescribe and evaluate. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and across the primary, secondary and social care interfaces in Manchester, the post holder will be responsible for co-ordinating the delivery of urgent health care needs of people at risk of hospitalisation or requiring a facilitated timely discharge and supporting a more intensive level of care in the intermediate care environment. This includes direct referrals from NWAS (ambulance service) acute and primary care as well as providing community support.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide specialised triage, assessment and input as an independentpractitioner developing and leading relationships with members of the multi-professional team allowing for consultation and collaboration in a variety of health care settings including ManchesterIntegrated Neighbourhood teams, Intermediate Care Services, Out of Hours Service, community beds and primary care.
This post holder will also function as the Team Lead, and will have protected time to undertake any necessary management tasks.
The focus will be to prevent unnecessary acute hospital admissions andenable patients to remain safely and supported at home and prevent premature admissions into long term care facilities.
To assist patients to proactively manage and anticipate their future health needs and develop appropriate plans, in conjunction with their GP and other medical staff as well as Allied Health Professionals, Nursing and Social Care staff to maximise their independence and develop healthplans to manage future health problems and support self-care. The post holder will lead in developing, delivering and evaluating high quality patient centred interventions in conjunction with the associated clinical teams to ensure this is incorporated within both the overarching Community Urgent Care Divisionand the Manchester Local Care Organisation's objectives.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self motivated and innovative
- Assertive and Confident
- Empathetic and Supportive
- Flexible to meet the needs of 7 day, extended hours community service
- Access to a car for business use on a daily basis
- Ability to manage and diffuse stressful situations
- Able to deal with occasional unpleasant working conditions
- Enthusiastic
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical skills
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
- Can demonstrate experience of acute disease management and crisis care
- Ability to manage complexity and develop and sustain partnership working with both individuals and across organisations
- Ability to manage high pressured situations
- Able to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Communication skills including presentation skills
- Leadership skills with ability to engage and deliver change through negotiation and partnership working
- Management skills with team building abilities
- IT skills
Desirable
- Evidence of recognised knowledge/skills in service improvement.
- Caseload management
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience.
- Leadership experience in a a healthcare setting
- Proven experience of working as an independent practitioner
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, relevant to community
- Experience of leading, planning and completing audit/research
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff across the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post Graduate Leadership Qualification
- Evidence of applying research in practice.
- Leadership Qualification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
- Relevant professional health degree (nursing or AHP ( Physio or OT)
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Current registration with NMC, HPC or other statutory body
- Mentor
Desirable
- Communication/counselling skills training
- Independent nonmedical prescriber (V300)
- Specialist Practitioner
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self motivated and innovative
- Assertive and Confident
- Empathetic and Supportive
- Flexible to meet the needs of 7 day, extended hours community service
- Access to a car for business use on a daily basis
- Ability to manage and diffuse stressful situations
- Able to deal with occasional unpleasant working conditions
- Enthusiastic
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical skills
- Able to work as an autonomous practitioner.
- Can demonstrate experience of acute disease management and crisis care
- Ability to manage complexity and develop and sustain partnership working with both individuals and across organisations
- Ability to manage high pressured situations
- Able to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Communication skills including presentation skills
- Leadership skills with ability to engage and deliver change through negotiation and partnership working
- Management skills with team building abilities
- IT skills
Desirable
- Evidence of recognised knowledge/skills in service improvement.
- Caseload management
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience.
- Leadership experience in a a healthcare setting
- Proven experience of working as an independent practitioner
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, relevant to community
- Experience of leading, planning and completing audit/research
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff across the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post Graduate Leadership Qualification
- Evidence of applying research in practice.
- Leadership Qualification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
- Relevant professional health degree (nursing or AHP ( Physio or OT)
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Current registration with NMC, HPC or other statutory body
- Mentor
Desirable
- Communication/counselling skills training
- Independent nonmedical prescriber (V300)
- Specialist Practitioner
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
