Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to appoint a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) for children and young peoples' day and inpatient mental health and eating disorder services. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual who wishes to positively influence nursing practice, and improve the physical health provision available to the young people, at Blake Eating Disorder Day Service and Serenity Path General Adolescent Hospital in Winchester, and Bluebird House Medium Secure and Austen House Low Secure units at Tatchbury Mount in the New Forest. Main duties of the job Working peripatetically within the services, the ACP role will complement the existing roles within the well-established multi-disciplinary teams. As a new position for the service, the post-holder will have an opportunity to identify where they can add the most value, and apply their unique skill set to ensure that young people receive genuinely holistic care. Such programmes may include, but are not limited to, supporting young people with chronic conditions, and ensuring that they have the same access to public health and primary care interventions as their peers. The successful candidate will also contribute to quality assurance and improvement programmes, be integral to developing and reviewing relevant practice guidance, and ensuring the competency of nursing staff in maintaining young people's physical health in a mental health setting. The post-holder must be self-motivated with great initiative, and skilled in organisation and time-management. They must be confident working autonomously in the context of being part of a wider team. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,775 to £60,504 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 348-SS-7313 Job locations Bluebird House Tatchbury Mount, Calmore Southampton Hampshire SO40 2RZ Austen House Tatchbury Mount, Calmore Southampton Hampshire SO40 2TA Serenity Path Hospital Alresford Road Winchester Hampshire SO21 1HD Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Appropriate professional qualification e.g. Registered Nurse Professional UK registration e.g. NMC An Advanced Clinical Practice MSc accredited by the Centre for Advancing Practice OR Successful recognition with the Centre of Advancing Practice via the ePortfolio (Supported) Route to demonstrate educational equivalence that all the capabilities of advanced level practice at master's level (level 7) have been met. Maintained a portfolio of ongoing evidence or work-based learning. Independent non-medical prescribing or pharmacology level 7 profession relevant qualification Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent/ mentorship qualification. Able to demonstrate a good command of the English Language both written and verbal Computer Literate in both data entry and communicating via IT - emails and report Experience Essential Evidence of implementing change to promote high quality practice Evidence of establishing values based professional and evidence-based practice across pathways, services, and organisations. System working with individuals, families, carers, communities, and others for population health and reducing inequalities. Contribution to service development, applying quality improvement methodology. Demonstratable experience of working within related areas and working at an appropriate senior level A positive attitude and ability to self reflect and to act on feedback from others Ability to praise, support, and empower others in their development Experience of clinical leadership Work with a high level of autonomously within own competencies Awareness of local and national agendas across area of speciality Detailed knowledge of current clinical and professional issues relevant to the field. Evidence of ability to perform multidisciplinary tasks and work across multi disciplinary boundaries Evidence of participation in development of clinical practice, supported by advanced theoretical, practical knowledge and skills. Advanced decision-making to inform clinical reasoning approaches when managing complex situations, synthesising information from multiple sources to make appropriate, evidence-based judgements and/or diagnoses. Advanced planning, leadership and communication skills, including the ability to prioritise competing tasks in a highly complex and dynamic environment. Ability to develop positive relationship with a range of internal and external stakeholders Engagement in research activity Confidence in using, manipulating and analysing data To demonstrate the required behaviour in keeping with the Trust values Advanced specialist clinical skills appropriate to the relevant speciality with competencies as an ACP in the speciality signed off Organisational and self management skills including those relating to own workload and those of others in an unpredictable environment Advanced communication skills including to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner; to liaise effectively; to understand and disseminate multifaceted information Understanding of effective clinical governance including implications, quality and audit Evidence of the ability to deliver formal and informal learning sessions to all groups of professionals Applies a good understanding of Equality & Diversity in all areas of work Desirable The ability to approach issues from a unique or different angle Customer Service experience i.e. dealing with complaints, to manage any barriers to information Involvement in developing and implementing departmental business plans and/or involvement in organisational wide development Understanding of Health Environment policies and legislation including Clinical, Human Resources, Equality & Diversity, Governance Evidence of working with institutes of Higher Education including lecturing Additional Criteria Essential Self-motivated with the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy to deliver a range of complex priorities in a timely fashion for the benefit of the population we serve. To have the ability to apply emotional intelligence/self awareness to situations whilst maintaining professionalism to affect change. A role model for Advanced Clinical practice at Trust, regional and National level. Adept at networking and forging sustainable, productive relationships at all levels within the local, regional, and national health and care economy. Committed to partnership working with patient and carers at all levels to ensure their views are incorporated into service delivery. Flexibility to work across the trust geographical localities where required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Appropriate professional qualification e.g. Registered Nurse Professional UK registration e.g. NMC An Advanced Clinical Practice MSc accredited by the Centre for Advancing Practice OR Successful recognition with the Centre of Advancing Practice via the ePortfolio (Supported) Route to demonstrate educational equivalence that all the capabilities of advanced level practice at master's level (level 7) have been met. Maintained a portfolio of ongoing evidence or work-based learning. Independent non-medical prescribing or pharmacology level 7 profession relevant qualification Teaching and Assessing qualification or equivalent/ mentorship qualification. Able to demonstrate a good command of the English Language both written and verbal Computer Literate in both data entry and communicating via IT - emails and report Experience Essential Evidence of implementing change to promote high quality practice Evidence of establishing values based professional and evidence-based practice across pathways, services, and organisations. System working with individuals, families, carers, communities, and others for population health and reducing inequalities. Contribution to service development, applying quality improvement methodology. Demonstratable experience of working within related areas and working at an appropriate senior level A positive attitude and ability to self reflect and to act on feedback from others Ability to praise, support, and empower others in their development Experience of clinical leadership Work with a high level of autonomously within own competencies Awareness of local and national agendas across area of speciality Detailed knowledge of current clinical and professional issues relevant to the field. Evidence of ability to perform multidisciplinary tasks and work across multi disciplinary boundaries Evidence of participation in development of clinical practice, supported by advanced theoretical, practical knowledge and skills. Advanced decision-making to inform clinical reasoning approaches when managing complex situations, synthesising information from multiple sources to make appropriate, evidence-based judgements and/or diagnoses. Advanced planning, leadership and communication skills, including the ability to prioritise competing tasks in a highly complex and dynamic environment. Ability to develop positive relationship with a range of internal and external stakeholders Engagement in research activity Confidence in using, manipulating and analysing data To demonstrate the required behaviour in keeping with the Trust values Advanced specialist clinical skills appropriate to the relevant speciality with competencies as an ACP in the speciality signed off Organisational and self management skills including those relating to own workload and those of others in an unpredictable environment Advanced communication skills including to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner; to liaise effectively; to understand and disseminate multifaceted information Understanding of effective clinical governance including implications, quality and audit Evidence of the ability to deliver formal and informal learning sessions to all groups of professionals Applies a good understanding of Equality & Diversity in all areas of work Desirable The ability to approach issues from a unique or different angle Customer Service experience i.e. dealing with complaints, to manage any barriers to information Involvement in developing and implementing departmental business plans and/or involvement in organisational wide development Understanding of Health Environment policies and legislation including Clinical, Human Resources, Equality & Diversity, Governance Evidence of working with institutes of Higher Education including lecturing Additional Criteria Essential Self-motivated with the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy to deliver a range of complex priorities in a timely fashion for the benefit of the population we serve. To have the ability to apply emotional intelligence/self awareness to situations whilst maintaining professionalism to affect change. A role model for Advanced Clinical practice at Trust, regional and National level. Adept at networking and forging sustainable, productive relationships at all levels within the local, regional, and national health and care economy. Committed to partnership working with patient and carers at all levels to ensure their views are incorporated into service delivery. Flexibility to work across the trust geographical localities where required. 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. 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. 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 Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Bluebird House Tatchbury Mount, Calmore Southampton Hampshire SO40 2RZ Employer's website https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)