Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £47,810 - £54,710 pa or pa pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7734549/188-SNM040126 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic registered professional to join our growing Breast Advanced Clinical Practitioner team. This is a trainee position, and the successful post holder will be fully supported in their professional development, with access to funded university modules, structured workplace-based learning, and specialist training, including the Clinical Breast Examination Master’s module and genetics-focused education.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside breast surgeons, radiologists, clinical nurse specialists, and oncology colleagues within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. You will play a key role in our outpatient services, including two-week wait breast assessment clinics, family history risk and prevention clinics, and our newly launched benign results clinic. With exciting service development opportunities ahead, this position provides the chance to help shape innovative patient pathways and make a meaningful difference to those affected by breast disease.
Applicants who can demonstrate that they already meet the required competencies may be offered a Band 8a contract upon appointment
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner (ACP) you are expected to work in conjunction with the 4 pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2017)
• Clinical practice
• Leadership and Management
• Education
• Research
This is a training post in which the practitioner will deliver, under the supervision of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP), an advanced level of clinical practice within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will develop the knowledge and skills required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients within the speciality area.
The trainee ACP will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice and speciality-specific competencies in practice whilst working towards a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
This advert closes on Wednesday 28 Jan 2026