Job summary Williton Community Hospital are seeking an ACP who can demonstrate experience of all four pillars - 80% in clinical practice, whilst also facilitating learning, leadership and evidence, and research and development. If you are interested and fulfil the criteria but do not hold the necessary ACP qualifications, we are keen to support the successful applicant to achieve this whilst working within the post at a Developmental Band 7 level. Main duties of the job To be responsible for the rapid assessment, diagnostics, and treatment of individuals within Meadow Ward at Williton Hospital using an advanced level of professional accountability, autonomy, and judgement, underpinned by Masters level theory and experience. This includes highly complex decision-making across a broad range of differentiated and undifferentiated individual presentations and complex situations, synthesising information from multiple sources to make appropriate, evidence-based judgements and/or diagnoses. To plan and manage complete episodes of care. This will be working in collaboration with senior medical colleagues and others when required. Delegating and referring as appropriate, to ensure timely, effective management to optimise health outcomes, in line with the evidence base and nationally recognised best practice. To play a key operational role and maintain a pro-active approach to managing, updating and leading clinical pathways. To promote and implement service and policy development and redesign, impacting beyond own area and other disciplines, informed by current best practice and evidence-base, in accordance with values-based care. Working for your organisation As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year Salary dependant on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-BL-1820 Job locations Williton Community Hospital North Road Williton Somerset TA4 4RA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full job description for more information. The post holder will be a skilled, autonomous practitioner working as a core member of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care to patients. They will possess the skills, competence, expertise and clinical decision-making abilities required to plan, co-ordinate and prescribe treatment for older persons mental health patients within the community setting. The post holder will provide clinical leadership for the development of integrated patient pathways in the Neighbourhood for community nursing which are in line with recognised best practice and evidence base, working closely with stakeholders and care providers. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached full job description for more information. The post holder will be a skilled, autonomous practitioner working as a core member of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care to patients. They will possess the skills, competence, expertise and clinical decision-making abilities required to plan, co-ordinate and prescribe treatment for older persons mental health patients within the community setting. The post holder will provide clinical leadership for the development of integrated patient pathways in the Neighbourhood for community nursing which are in line with recognised best practice and evidence base, working closely with stakeholders and care providers. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Registration with either NMC, GPhC or HCPC. Evidence of MSc level education. Such as: MSc Advanced Practice. Equivalent / other MSc mapped to the four pillars of advanced practice. Demonstrated competence at an advanced practice level through Royal College or NHSE Credentialing. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Non-Medical Prescribing (if appropriate to registered profession / role.) Leadership/management course or validated portfolio evidence (if not part of MSc level qualification) Experience Essential Significant experience of working as a registered practitioner in a provider organisation (e.g. acute sector, community provider, third sector, social care or primary care) and within a relevant specialty (suggested 4-5 years minimum) Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff Evidence of recent audit and/or research experience Evidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of multi-professional working Additional Criteria Essential Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders including to service users, clinicians, and senior leadership teams. This will require proven ability and leadership skills demonstrating motivational, visionary, diplomacy, and negotiation skills. Evidence of theoretical and practical skills allowing autonomous patient management (i.e. patient assessment, diagnosis and management) related to clinical scope of practice Understand, encourage and support clinical supervision and mentorship both within and across professional roles. Ability to interpret and evaluate national and international guidelines and apply to local protocols and practice as appropriate. Educational skills such as identification of learning needs, delivery and evaluation, providing work-based learning. Works under own initiative with strong organisational skills and ability to achieve to deadlines. Effective time-management and prioritisation skills Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients. Appropriate level of I.T literacy (i.e., for radiology, pathology, microbiology ordering as per Trust protocols, utilising patient systems) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Registration with either NMC, GPhC or HCPC. Evidence of MSc level education. Such as: MSc Advanced Practice. Equivalent / other MSc mapped to the four pillars of advanced practice. Demonstrated competence at an advanced practice level through Royal College or NHSE Credentialing. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Non-Medical Prescribing (if appropriate to registered profession / role.) Leadership/management course or validated portfolio evidence (if not part of MSc level qualification) Experience Essential Significant experience of working as a registered practitioner in a provider organisation (e.g. acute sector, community provider, third sector, social care or primary care) and within a relevant specialty (suggested 4-5 years minimum) Evidence of recent teaching, mentorship and supervision of staff Evidence of recent audit and/or research experience Evidence of involvement in change management and/or clinical service improvement. Experience of multi-professional working Additional Criteria Essential Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders including to service users, clinicians, and senior leadership teams. This will require proven ability and leadership skills demonstrating motivational, visionary, diplomacy, and negotiation skills. Evidence of theoretical and practical skills allowing autonomous patient management (i.e. patient assessment, diagnosis and management) related to clinical scope of practice Understand, encourage and support clinical supervision and mentorship both within and across professional roles. Ability to interpret and evaluate national and international guidelines and apply to local protocols and practice as appropriate. Educational skills such as identification of learning needs, delivery and evaluation, providing work-based learning. Works under own initiative with strong organisational skills and ability to achieve to deadlines. Effective time-management and prioritisation skills Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients. Appropriate level of I.T literacy (i.e., for radiology, pathology, microbiology ordering as per Trust protocols, utilising patient systems) 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Williton Community Hospital North Road Williton Somerset TA4 4RA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)