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Suffolk GP Federation CIC

Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Unity Healthcare

The closing date is 10 April 2026

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Job summary

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in general practice? Do you want to work for a flexible employer that supports your ongoing professional development?

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our well-established multidisciplinary team. You will work across all of our clinical sites in Haverhill, Long Melford, Lavenham and Glemsford, as well as our centralised Hub in Haverhill where clinical triage and remote consultations are undertaken.

Main duties of the job

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centred clinical care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
  • Work autonomously within your scope of practice, including independent prescribing
  • Manage a mix of face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations, including triaged Hub-based work
  • Support the management of same-day demand and urgent care presentations
  • Undertake clinical triage using the eConsult system
  • Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, pharmacists, nurses, ECPs, PAs
  • Contribute to clinical governance, audit and service improvement activities
  • Support and mentor junior staff where appropriate, contributing to a positive learning environment

About us

Suffolk GP Federation CIC is a not-for-profit community interest company. Our main purpose is to support Primary Care across Suffolk including support with working collaboratively and at scale. We also deliver a portfolio of NHS services across Suffolk and North East Essex, including Podiatry, Ultrasound, Diabetes, as well as urgent Care Services including the Out of Hours face-to-face Service in Suffolk.

Details

Date posted

27 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£55,690 to £62,282 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

27922

Job locations

Haverhill

Long Melford, Lavenham

& Glemsford

CB9 8DN


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the team

You will be part of a highly supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering care to a patient population of over 28,000. Our team includes GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Nurses, Care Coordinators and other allied health professionals, all working together to provide high-quality, accessible care.

Why join us?

We are committed to investing in our staff and supporting professional development. You will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, with support to further develop your clinical skills and areas of specialist interest.

Is it for me?

We will ensure you are fully inducted and supported to feel confident and safe in your role.

You will be well suited if you:

  • Are a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) with relevant MSc or equivalent experience
  • Are registered with your relevant professional body (e.g. NMC/HCPC)
  • Are a qualified Independent Prescriber
  • Have experience working in primary care or urgent care settings
  • Demonstrate strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Are adaptable and able to work across multiple sites and consultation types
  • Are motivated, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality patient care
  • Work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Are confident using, or willing to learn, new IT and digital consultation systems

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the team

You will be part of a highly supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering care to a patient population of over 28,000. Our team includes GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Nurses, Care Coordinators and other allied health professionals, all working together to provide high-quality, accessible care.

Why join us?

We are committed to investing in our staff and supporting professional development. You will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, with support to further develop your clinical skills and areas of specialist interest.

Is it for me?

We will ensure you are fully inducted and supported to feel confident and safe in your role.

You will be well suited if you:

  • Are a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) with relevant MSc or equivalent experience
  • Are registered with your relevant professional body (e.g. NMC/HCPC)
  • Are a qualified Independent Prescriber
  • Have experience working in primary care or urgent care settings
  • Demonstrate strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Are adaptable and able to work across multiple sites and consultation types
  • Are motivated, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality patient care
  • Work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Are confident using, or willing to learn, new IT and digital consultation systems

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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).

Employer details

Employer name

Suffolk GP Federation CIC

Address

Haverhill

Long Melford, Lavenham

& Glemsford

CB9 8DN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Suffolk GP Federation CIC

Address

Haverhill

Long Melford, Lavenham

& Glemsford

CB9 8DN


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR

Recruitment Team

hr@suffolkfed.org.uk

Details

Date posted

27 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£55,690 to £62,282 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

27922

Job locations

Haverhill

Long Melford, Lavenham

& Glemsford

CB9 8DN


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