Advanced Practitioner (Colorectal Surgery)


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£57,528 - £64,750
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barnstaple, EX31 4JB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The post holder will be practicing autonomously as an Advanced Practitioner to provide patient-centred quality care. The Advanced Practitioner will work within the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England (HEE 2017). The post holder will dedicate 80% of their time to clinical duties and 20% to leadership and management, education and research activities, encompassing the four pillars of advanced practice, with duties spanning each of these to include but not limited to independent clinical assessment of complex patients with a range of colorectal cancers; developing and actioning management plans; independent non-medical prescribing; teaching and education of colleagues across the Trust; service development, active involvement in audit and participation in clinical supervision; working within the MDT; general surgical oncall responsibilities covering inpatient and surgical SDEC flow; advanced clinical procedures applicable to role. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant/ Service/operational lead. They will work with a high degree of autonomy and employ complex decision making and demonstrate core practice capabilities and area specific clinical competence. The role will be based at NDDH The role also has responsibilities for supporting the general surgical on call team working estimated 1 in 5 weeks. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Interview Date: 7th September 2026 For further information please contact: Karin Pansell, Consultant Surgeon Colorectal & Medical Lead for Emergency General Surgery on karin.pansell@nhs.net or Lizzy Elsey, Consultant Surgeon & Medical Lead for Colorectal on elizabeth.elsey@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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