Job summary
Annex 21
Are you a dynamic, compassionate, and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or trainee ANP with a passion for mental health? Ready to shape the future of outpatient mental health care in Swansea Bay? We have three exciting opportunities for experienced or aspiring ANPs to join our multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) across three well-established CMHT bases: Ty Einon, Tonna, and Area 1 & 2.
Main duties of the job
What You'll Be Doing:
As an ANP, you'll take a lead role in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals accessing mental health services across both primary and secondary care pathways. Working within a vibrant outpatient setting and alongside expert MDTs--including pharmacists, medics, occupational therapists, psychologists, and nurses--you'll deliver evidence-based, person-centred care.
You will demonstrate:
Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Expertise in risk assessment and management
Confidence in formulating and delivering treatment plans
Experience of working with adults in community mental health settings
These roles are firmly rooted in the four pillars of advanced practice:
Clinical Practice - delivering high-quality, autonomous care
Leadership and Management - contributing to service development and clinical leadership
Education - supporting colleagues, students, and ongoing professional development
Research - embedding evidence-based practice and contributing to service innovation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What We Offer:
- A progressive, forward-thinking service where your skills and leadership will be valued
- Robust clinical supervision, mentorship, and peer support
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Support with prescribing qualifications (if not already held)
- Opportunities to contribute to service evaluation and innovation
- Annex 21 framework available for those working towards ANP qualification
What Were Looking For:
- Qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioners with independent prescribing, OR
- Registered nurses committed to undertaking ANP training (Annex 21 applies)
- Strong background in mental health assessment, risk management, and treatment planning
- Experience working in adult community mental health services
- A values-driven approach aligned with recovery-oriented care
- Motivation to contribute across the four pillars of advanced clinical practice
Why Join Us?
Swansea Bay University Health Board is at the forefront of transformative mental health care. These posts represent an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, visionary service committed to person-centred, evidence-based, and least-restrictive approaches. Youll have the chance to develop your skills, lead practice, and make a lasting impact on the lives of the people we support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What We Offer:
- A progressive, forward-thinking service where your skills and leadership will be valued
- Robust clinical supervision, mentorship, and peer support
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Support with prescribing qualifications (if not already held)
- Opportunities to contribute to service evaluation and innovation
- Annex 21 framework available for those working towards ANP qualification
What Were Looking For:
- Qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioners with independent prescribing, OR
- Registered nurses committed to undertaking ANP training (Annex 21 applies)
- Strong background in mental health assessment, risk management, and treatment planning
- Experience working in adult community mental health services
- A values-driven approach aligned with recovery-oriented care
- Motivation to contribute across the four pillars of advanced clinical practice
Why Join Us?
Swansea Bay University Health Board is at the forefront of transformative mental health care. These posts represent an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, visionary service committed to person-centred, evidence-based, and least-restrictive approaches. Youll have the chance to develop your skills, lead practice, and make a lasting impact on the lives of the people we support.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Professional registration (NMC,HCPC) NMC HCPC
- Level 7 Education (Master's Degree) relevant to area of practice.
- In receipt or working toward Independent Authorisation of Blood Products (desirable if relevant to role)
- Evidence of maintaining an Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio
- Advanced specialist knowledge of patient pathways.
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice
- Independent Prescribing qualification (if required for role).
Desirable
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Essential Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area.
- Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Essential Aptitude and abilitie
Essential
- Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
- Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
- Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Professional registration (NMC,HCPC) NMC HCPC
- Level 7 Education (Master's Degree) relevant to area of practice.
- In receipt or working toward Independent Authorisation of Blood Products (desirable if relevant to role)
- Evidence of maintaining an Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio
- Advanced specialist knowledge of patient pathways.
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice
- Independent Prescribing qualification (if required for role).
Desirable
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Essential Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area.
- Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Essential Aptitude and abilitie
Essential
- Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
- Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
- Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
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).
