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NRC Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 164-8246706
Job summary
We are looking to recruit to the National Rehabilitation Centre's (NRC) Advanced Clinical Practitioners (Band 8a); this is an exciting opportunity to join the team and be part of this new centre of excellence.
The NRC is a new, purpose-built 70-bed facility which is built on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate near Loughborough, delivering a centre of excellence to improve rehabilitation services in England. It is co-located with the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre and will share some of the world class rehabilitation facilities. Research, innovation, training and education in rehabilitation will be embedded at the NRC and central to clinical practice. We are looking for ambitious and dedicated individuals to join this journey to rehabilitation excellence, transforming outcomes for patients. The NRC is fantastic for patients but also for staff to access professional development as well as wellbeing support with use of the state of the art facilities.
Find out more about the NRC on our website: www.nationalrehabilitationcentre.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
The NRC ACP role is a key part of the senior leadership at the NRC. They will take responsibility of the site co-ordinator role which involves being the escalation point for any clinical and infrastructure escalations during shift.
The ACP will use specialist knowledge and skills to provide healthcare autonomously to patients in their area. The ACP is accountable for independent clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with undiagnosed and undifferentiated conditions. In addition to this the ACP is also responsible for appropriately referring patients to relevant specialities for any necessary investigations as well as facilitating safe patient discharge.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-8246706
Job locations
National Rehabilitation Centre, Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate
Melton Road
Stanford-on-Soar
LE12 5QD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Person Specification
training and qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with professional body such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or an equivalent MSc with the NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice Digital Badge.
- Registered Independent Non-Medical prescriber.
- Evidence of teaching, supervision & assessment skills.
- ALS Provider/Instructor
Desirable
- Mentor/assessor and/or teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Currently working clinically in an autonomous Advanced Practitioner role.
- Has an up-to-date portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Evidence of multi-professional teaching.
Desirable
- Management and leadership experience.
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within a multi-professional team, often presenting and receiving complex information.
- Ability to adapt communication styles that facilitate building honest & trusting partnerships with patients, families, & carers.
Desirable
- Evidence of conflict management.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex undifferentiated and undiagnosed health conditions and ensure that effective interventions are actioned in a safe and timely manner.
- Participation in research and audit projects.
Desirable
- Involvement in the investigation of serious clinical incidents or audit projects.
Person Specification
training and qualifications
Essential
- Current registration with professional body such as NMC or HCPC.
- MSc in advanced clinical practice or an equivalent MSc with the NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice Digital Badge.
- Registered Independent Non-Medical prescriber.
- Evidence of teaching, supervision & assessment skills.
- ALS Provider/Instructor
Desirable
- Mentor/assessor and/or teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Currently working clinically in an autonomous Advanced Practitioner role.
- Has an up-to-date portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.
- Evidence of multi-professional teaching.
Desirable
- Management and leadership experience.
- Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within a multi-professional team, often presenting and receiving complex information.
- Ability to adapt communication styles that facilitate building honest & trusting partnerships with patients, families, & carers.
Desirable
- Evidence of conflict management.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex undifferentiated and undiagnosed health conditions and ensure that effective interventions are actioned in a safe and timely manner.
- Participation in research and audit projects.
Desirable
- Involvement in the investigation of serious clinical incidents or audit projects.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
National Rehabilitation Centre, Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate
Melton Road
Stanford-on-Soar
LE12 5QD
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
National Rehabilitation Centre, Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate
Melton Road
Stanford-on-Soar
LE12 5QD
United Kingdom