Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner
| Posting date: | 20 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 September 2025 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, East Sussex,, BN21 2UD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9279-25-1596 |
Summary
Why This MattersHead & Neck radiotherapy is complex, with risks including malnutrition, dehydration, hospitalisation, and functional decline. The ACP role is critical to improving safety, outcomes, and quality of life through expert multidisciplinary care. Were Looking For Passionate clinicians with Head & Neck oncology experience Commitment to collaborative, patient-centred care Interest in innovation, service design, and research Motivation to build a Sussex-wide Head & Neck team Essential: ability to train and practice as an independent prescriber What We Offer A chance to shape a new care model in a new team Funded MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice for trainee ACPs, supporting entry requirements (usually a first degree or recent Level 7 study) Support for independent prescribing training if eligible Strong supervision, MDT support, and peer learning A values-led organisation committed to wellbeing, innovation, and development Essential Criteria Registered with a UK professional healthcare body (e.g. HCPC, NMC) Minimum 3 years post-registration experience Normally hold a first degree (or agreed study plan for recent/non-graduates) English and Maths Level 2 qualifications (Ofqual, CCEA, or Qualifications Wales regulated) Eligible to train/practice as an independent prescriber Experience in Head & Neck cancer management Strong leadership, autonomy, and resilience demonstrated through: Service development or pathway redesign Clinical leadership in MDTs Managing complex caseloads independently Mentoring colleagues or students Maintaining patient safety under pressure