Job summary
We are delighted to advertise 1 Advanced Clinical Practitioner (multi-agency) training post based within the inpatient wards at Atherleigh Park, Leigh. This exciting new role is a fully funded training position, you will be supported through a 3 year Master's degree programme to compliment your professional development in mental health, resulting in progression to band 8a upon successful completion of the course.
To be part of our team, successful candidates will be an experienced nurse or allied health professional, have excellent leadership and clinical skills, as well as evidence of continuing professional development, have drive, ambition, passion, a flexible approach and be dedicated to working in a fast paced, challenging but exciting environment in a well-established and supportive MDT.
Successful post holders will undertake the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice Masters degree programme (level 7 apprenticeship) with Manchester Metropolitan and be committed to completing both the academic, clinical and leadership requirements of the programme.
In order to access apprenticeship funding, candidates must evidence that they have a first degree 2:2 or above, and GCSE Maths and English at C or above, please clearly demonstrate within the application form. Manchester Metropolitan require a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience.
Main duties of the job
Candidates without a first degree may be able to complete an APL process to demonstrate other L7 learning or relevant educational and clinical experience to be considered.
Upon qualification, the Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, formulation and prescribing of care planning including discharge planning within agreed protocols. The post holder will be recognised as an expert practitioner in an identified field of practice (including but not limited to non-medical prescribing), and will advise the Multi-Disciplinary team on expert, safe and effective models of care and treatment.
They will provide clinical leadership and management leading to the provision of safe, quality and effective care. They will support the improvement of workforce knowledge through inpatient education and training programmes.
The post holder will effectively be required to work across the range of services as determined by service user need.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Experience and qualifications
Essential
- 5 years post qualification clinical experience working within an MDT model supporting people with complex mental health problems
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing or willingness to complete. Other AHP advanced CPD
- Experience of effectively leading an MDT
- Experience of developing services and other professionals
First degree 2:2 or above (Nursing of AHP)
Essential
- First degree 2:2 or above (Nursing of AHP)
GCSE Maths and English C or above
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English C or above
Evidence of extensive clinical leadership & contribution to quality improvement & service dev
Essential
- Evidence of extensive clinical leadership & contribution to quality improvement & service dev
Desirable
- Experience within patient safety and complaint management
- Direct experience in quality improvement projects
- Experience of conflict resolution
- Developed understanding of how operational and clinical processes effect and provide patient care and safety
Evidence of extensive CPD and application of which to clinical practice.
Essential
- Evidence of extensive CPD and application of which to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrate commitment to own professional development
- Demonstrate developed understanding of ACP role, 4 pillars and how they would apply it to practice
- Experience delivering professional training and measuring impact
Evidence experience of leading on complex cases within an MDT model
Essential
- Evidence experience of leading on complex cases within an MDT model
Desirable
- Experience of collaborative working & effective interprofessional communication
- Experience of promoting family and carer involvement
Demonstrates an applied knowledge of local and national guidelines, and apply to clinical practice
Essential
- Demonstrates an applied knowledge of local and national guidelines & how to apply to clinical practice
Person Specification
Experience and qualifications
Essential
- 5 years post qualification clinical experience working within an MDT model supporting people with complex mental health problems
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing or willingness to complete. Other AHP advanced CPD
- Experience of effectively leading an MDT
- Experience of developing services and other professionals
First degree 2:2 or above (Nursing of AHP)
Essential
- First degree 2:2 or above (Nursing of AHP)
GCSE Maths and English C or above
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English C or above
Evidence of extensive clinical leadership & contribution to quality improvement & service dev
Essential
- Evidence of extensive clinical leadership & contribution to quality improvement & service dev
Desirable
- Experience within patient safety and complaint management
- Direct experience in quality improvement projects
- Experience of conflict resolution
- Developed understanding of how operational and clinical processes effect and provide patient care and safety
Evidence of extensive CPD and application of which to clinical practice.
Essential
- Evidence of extensive CPD and application of which to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrate commitment to own professional development
- Demonstrate developed understanding of ACP role, 4 pillars and how they would apply it to practice
- Experience delivering professional training and measuring impact
Evidence experience of leading on complex cases within an MDT model
Essential
- Evidence experience of leading on complex cases within an MDT model
Desirable
- Experience of collaborative working & effective interprofessional communication
- Experience of promoting family and carer involvement
Demonstrates an applied knowledge of local and national guidelines, and apply to clinical practice
Essential
- Demonstrates an applied knowledge of local and national guidelines & how to apply to clinical practice
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.
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.
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).
