Neighbourhood Advanced Clinical Practitioner


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£57,528 - £64,750
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stockport, SK4 1LW
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	5 Aug 2026

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Summary

Main Duties and Responsibilities Work autonomously as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) within the Neighbourhood Team, managing a complex caseload and prioritising clinical activity in line with agreed pathways, protocols and service objectives. Deliver high-quality, person-centred care, taking responsibility for the advanced assessment, examination, diagnosis, investigation and management of patients presenting with a wide range of undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions within the community setting. Exercise expert clinical judgement and decision-making to develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans that promote safe, effective and timely care. Provide appropriate treatment and interventions, ensuring patients are managed safely and effectively, with onward referral, escalation or discharge arranged as clinically appropriate. Receive, review and triage referrals from a variety of sources, including healthcare professionals, partner agencies and direct patient referrals, ensuring patients are directed to the most appropriate service and care pathway. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, patient reviews and case discussions, contributing specialist clinical expertise to support collaborative decision-making and integrated patient care. Utilise the full scope of advanced clinical practice, including Independent Non-Medical Prescribing, providing expert advice on medicines optimisation and management in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards and best practice guidance. Act as a clinical role model, supporting service development, quality improvement and the delivery of safe, responsive and innovative community-based care. Safeguarding Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All employees are expected to share this commitment by adhering to Trust safeguarding policies and procedures, responding promptly to concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately to protect those at risk. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Upon appointment, the cost of the check (£54.90) will be deducted from the successful candidates first Trust salary. As a condition of employment, successful applicants will also be required to join the DBS Update Service and maintain the annual subscription

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