South Sefton Primary Healthcare Ltd.Advanced Clinical PractitionerThe closing date is 31 August 2026
Job SummaryThis is an exciting opportunity to work with South Sefton Primary Care Network, our GP Federation, South Sefton Primary Health Care Limited and the 19 constituent practices to develop Sefton Access Service.
We understand the importance of family life and are pleased to offer flexible working options. For this role, the successful candidate will have the option to work flexibly, including compressed hours or term-time only working, providing an excellent work-life balance that accommodates other commitments outside of work.
Main Duties of the JobThe post holder will be a caring, compassionate and committed experienced clinician who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate safe, competent clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within the general practice. The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking throughout the clinical decision-making process. They will communicate and work collaboratively with the PCN team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing clinical leadership as required.
We are seeking a dedicated individual to be a key member working across Enhanced Access Service and the South Sefton Access Service. The initial focus of this role will be managing acute, on-the-day illness for patients aged 2 years and above.
About UsSouth Sefton Primary Care Network is a large PCN covering the four localities of South Sefton, with a population of just over 130,000 patients.
PCNs are groups of GP practices working with a wide range of partners across the healthcare system to improve the health of their population. Key to this purpose is strengthening general practice provision through working together, where it makes sense to do so and working as part of integrated care teams which work collaboratively for and with local people in each locality.
DetailsDate posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours, Term time hours
Reference number: A5989-26-0001
Job locations: Litherland Town Hall H/C, Hatton Hill Road, Litherland, Merseyside, L21 9JN, United Kingdom; May Logan Healthy Living Centre, 294 Knowsley Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 5DQ, United Kingdom
Job ResponsibilitiesClinical Practice- Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.
- Work with patients to support adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Provide information and advice on prescribed and over-the-counter medications, including medication regimens, side effects and interactions.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
- Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning, cervical cytology or sexual health consultation
- Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health
- Implement and participate in vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children
- Advise, support and administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad, where appropriate
- Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions
- Undertake minor surgery as appropriate and within competence.
Collective ResponsibilitiesEveryone working for South Sefton PCN is expected to commit to:
- 1. Equality, diversity and inclusion
- 1.1. Ensuring we create an environment where we can all achieve our full potential, through having a good attitude and taking positive action
- 1.2. Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and staff with dignity and respect.
- 1.3. Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued, and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on grounds of any protected characteristic. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that they treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.
- 2. Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)
- 2.1. The PCN is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities for staff to maintain their health, wellbeing and safety.
- 2.2. The post holder is to manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients and monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- 2.3. All personnel have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for themselves, their team and others and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
- 2.4. All personnel are to comply with health and safety policy which also sets out current health and safety legislation:
- 3. Confidentiality
- 3.1. The PCN is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality. It is essential that, if the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained, all staff must protect patient information and provide a confidential service.
- 4. Quality and Continuous Improvement
- 4.1. We all have a responsibility to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice and discuss, highlight and work with the team to create opportunities to improve patient care.
- 4.2. South Sefton PCN continually strives to improve work processes which deliver healthcare with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement where everyone counts, and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.
- 4.3. All staff are to contribute to relevant investigations and significant event analyses.
- 5. Learning and development
- 5.1. The effective use of training and development is fundamental in ensuring that all staff are equipped with the appropriate skills, knowledge, attitude and competences to perform their role. All staff will be required to partake in, and complete mandatory training.
- 5.2. The post holder will undertake mentorship for team members and disseminate learning and information gained to other team members to share good practice and inform others about current and future developments (e.g., courses and conferences).
- 5.3. This role includes allocated CPD time, as agreed with your line manager, to support both service development and personal professional growth.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Registered Advanced Clinical Practitioner (HCPC/NMC/GPhC).
- Master's degree (or recognised by the Centre for Advancing Practice as an Advanced Practitioner).
- Independent Prescriber (V300).
- Significant experience working as an ACP/ANP in primary care.
- Able to assess, diagnose and manage undifferentiated and acute presentations.
- Advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
- Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work within the expected scope of Advanced Clinical Practice, recognising own limitations and escalating appropriately.
- Excellent communication and consultation skills.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Competent in the use of EMIS and Microsoft Office.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable- Experience of urgent care.
- Experience of paediatrics.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience of developing clinical protocols or guidelines.
- Leadership or management qualification.
- Knowledge of NHS primary care policy, Clinical Governance and QOF.
QualificationsEssential- MSc Advance Clinical Practice or relevant experience in practicing at an advanced level.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer DetailsEmployer name: South Sefton Primary Healthcare Ltd.
Address: Litherland Town Hall H/C, Hatton Hill Road, Litherland, Merseyside, L21 9JN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://southseftonpcn.nhs.uk/
Employer Contact DetailsFor questions about the job, contact:
Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner: Jimmy Carter
Email: jimmy.carter@southseftonpcn.nhs.uk
Phone: 07411711310
