Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Neurosciences)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 14/08/2026
- Closes
- 03/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a training post for a Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner within the Neurosciences service at University Hospital Southampton. The role involves working under supervision to develop advanced clinical practice skills, adhering to the HEE Multi-professional Framework. Successful candidates will complete an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice and build a clinical portfolio. The position requires significant experience at Band 6 level and strong clinical knowledge, with a focus on leadership and management abilities.
Key responsibilities
- Work in conjunction with the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice: Clinical practice, Leadership and Management, Education, and Research.
- Deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the speciality area under supervision.
- Develop knowledge and skills to provide expert clinical management and care to patients.
- Complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of HEE capabilities and speciality-specific competencies.
- Work towards a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
Essential criteria
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Coaching/leadership experience
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Desirable criteria
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £49,387 – £56,515 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Neurosciences)
The closing date is 03 September 2026
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) within our Neurosciences service.You will need to have a high level of experience in acute clinical practice at band 6 Level/equivalent and have sound clinical knowledge whilst also demonstrating managerial and leadership abilities. Trainee practitioners will be expected to complete an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (Advanced Clinical Practitioner) under the support and guidance of our medical colleagues.Our team of committed practitioners act as advisors for all members of the multidisciplinary team; offering support to both nurses and junior doctors. In light of this our ever expanding team are looking to provide additional support and expertise which will benefit both the patient in terms of continuity and quality of care.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to supp
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