Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Critical Care Outreach Team
| Posting date: | 25 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £49,387 - £56,515 per annum per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7896468/188-SNM200326 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you a senior critical care/emergency department nurse/AHP with extensive Band 6 experience looking to embark on an advanced practice journey?
Or are you a trainee CCOT ACP looking to grow your knowledge and skills in a fast paced and diverse tertiary centre?
The Critical Care Outreach Advanced Practice team (CCOT ACP) are recruiting. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic and innovative member to join our existing team and we welcome applicants from both nursing and allied health professional backgrounds.
UHS CCOT service was established in 2001 and is a 24/7 acute care referral service covering approximately 1200 adult beds across a large tertiary centre and work collaboratively with the ward teams across all specialist areas within Southampton General Hospital & Princess Anne Hospital. Providing high quality advanced level care and management of acutely ill adult patients, adult patients who are at risk of deterioration or other immediate life-threatening events.
You will be joining a highly skilled team working closely with the Intensive Care Unit and other acute care teams/services across the hospital. The CCOT ACP role is cutting edge within the remit of Critical Care Outreach services crossing multi-professional boundaries.
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.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
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 4pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2017): Clinical practice Leadership and Management, Education and 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.
You will develop the knowledge and skill required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients with critical care needs within the ward environment.
You will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice, complete the National Outreach Forum Enhanced and Advanced Capabilities in practice alongside a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
This role is for a 24/7 service and includes day shifts, night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
We have a dedicated Consultant Intensivist providing regular formal clinical supervision and education. You will be supported to complete the National Outreach Forum Enhanced and Advanced Practice Capabilities alongside the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice academic pathway. You will have protected time to develop your advanced practice portfolio within the 4 pillars of advanced practice.
This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Apr 2026
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you a senior critical care/emergency department nurse/AHP with extensive Band 6 experience looking to embark on an advanced practice journey?
Or are you a trainee CCOT ACP looking to grow your knowledge and skills in a fast paced and diverse tertiary centre?
The Critical Care Outreach Advanced Practice team (CCOT ACP) are recruiting. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic and innovative member to join our existing team and we welcome applicants from both nursing and allied health professional backgrounds.
UHS CCOT service was established in 2001 and is a 24/7 acute care referral service covering approximately 1200 adult beds across a large tertiary centre and work collaboratively with the ward teams across all specialist areas within Southampton General Hospital & Princess Anne Hospital. Providing high quality advanced level care and management of acutely ill adult patients, adult patients who are at risk of deterioration or other immediate life-threatening events.
You will be joining a highly skilled team working closely with the Intensive Care Unit and other acute care teams/services across the hospital. The CCOT ACP role is cutting edge within the remit of Critical Care Outreach services crossing multi-professional boundaries.
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.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
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 4pillars of Advanced Practice as outlined in the HEE Multi-professional Framework (2017): Clinical practice Leadership and Management, Education and 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.
You will develop the knowledge and skill required to provide expert clinical management and care to patients with critical care needs within the ward environment.
You will complete a clinical portfolio, providing evidence of the HEE capabilities for advanced clinical practice, complete the National Outreach Forum Enhanced and Advanced Capabilities in practice alongside a recognised MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
This role is for a 24/7 service and includes day shifts, night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.
We have a dedicated Consultant Intensivist providing regular formal clinical supervision and education. You will be supported to complete the National Outreach Forum Enhanced and Advanced Practice Capabilities alongside the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice academic pathway. You will have protected time to develop your advanced practice portfolio within the 4 pillars of advanced practice.
This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Apr 2026