Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our Specialist Frailty Services based in the community across North East Essex.We are seeking a dynamic ACP to join our multidisciplinary frailty team working within our expanding Frailty Rapid Assessment ServiceBringing Frailty and Older persons expertise you will play a key role in delivering an admission avoidance service with a focus on preserving function and independence, and supporting proactive patient care.You will also be required to support other frailty services, including the Frailty Hospital @ Home service (Virtual Ward).Working 9.5 hour shifts covering 7 days. Weekend working will be expected.Banding and Progression:o Band 7 if working towards a full MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.o Band 8A upon completion of a full ACP MSc, with clear progression to 8A once achieved, in line with Trust policyWorking 9.5 hour shifts covering 7 days. Weekend working will be expected.Please note interview date 14th September 2026Main duties of the job Uses specialist knowledge and specific training to act autonomously in assessing, planning, and implementinga comprehensive management plan for undifferentiated presentations within their defined scope of practice. Elicit a patient history appropriate to the clinical situation, which will demonstrate a holistic review of thepatient's physical and emotional wellbeing and needs. Undertake physical examinations as indicated by the patient's condition; autonomously analysing complexclinical signs and investigation of results to consider differential diagnoses and diagnose conditions, initiatingtreatment as required. Performs clinical procedures appropriate to the history and physical examination of the patient, includingfurther invasive testing and treatments requiring highly developed skills and precision, including (but not limited to catheterisation, cannulation, venepuncture, Prescribing and de-prescribing appropriatelyAbout usWe are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homesWe are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staffWe pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working optionsAlong with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of servicesOur philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patientsWe are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patientsIf you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from youFind out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8ADetailsDate posted28 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary 57,528 to 64,750 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number432-HR742-26Job locationsColchester/ClactonColchesterCO4 9YQUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialProfessional Registration with either NMC, GPhC or HCPC.Possession of 1st degree in a clinical field e.g., Nursing, physiotherapy at a minimum 2:2 classificationNon-Medical Prescribing (v300) if appropriate to registered profession /roleLeadership/management courseDesirableContinuing educationWorking towards an MSc in Advanced Practice or recognised equivalent by HEE Centre Advancing Practice Experience EssentialCompleted portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.Continued professional development following MSc completion.Recent teaching, mentorship, and supervision of staffMulti - professional workingFrailty or older persons understandingDesirableEvidence of clinical work in an autonomous roleEvidence of quality improvement methodology and audit experienceEvidence of involvement in change managementWorking towards a full MSc in Advanced clinical practiceFrailty or Older persons Qualification Person Specification Qualifications EssentialProfessional Registration with either NMC, GPhC or HCPC.Possession of 1st degree in a clinical field e.g., Nursing, physiotherapy at a minimum 2:2 classificationNon-Medical Prescribing (v300) if appropriate to registered profession /roleLeadership/management courseDesirableContinuing educationWorking towards an MSc in Advanced Practice or recognised equivalent by HEE Centre Advancing Practice Experience EssentialCompleted portfolio of supervised practice in advanced clinical practice.Continued professional development following MSc completion.Recent teaching, mentorship, and supervision of staffMulti - professional workingFrailty or older persons understandingDesirableEvidence of clinical work in an autonomous roleEvidence of quality improvement methodology and audit experienceEvidence of involvement in change managementWorking towards a full MSc in Advanced clinical practiceFrailty or Older persons QualificationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester/ClactonColchesterCO4 9YQUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester/ClactonColchesterCO4 9YQUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Colchester employer: National Health Service
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