NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner (tANP) within Inverclyde HSCP Primary Care ANP Service. This post is offered under Annex 21 arrangements and is designed for a registered nurse who is committed to developing advanced clinical practice skills while undertaking education towards a Master’s qualification in Advanced Practice. As part of an innovative Single Point of Access model, the successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality, safe, person-centred care to patients across a wide range of clinical presentations. The role involves developing expertise in advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment, clinical decision-making and leadership, while supporting health promotion and helping people maintain independence within their communities.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met. If the preferred candidate is appointed on Annex 21 terms, the role will not be eligible for Sponsorship.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner post aligned to Annex 21 arrangements until successful completion of the required educational programme and demonstration of the competencies required for Advanced Nurse Practitioner practice
- Port Glasgow Health Centre/Greenock Health and Care Centre
- 36 Hours per week (Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am – 3pm)
- Interview date of Friday 30th October
Key responsibilities:
The post holder will work across role and geographical boundaries to provide comprehensive clinical care as part of a multidisciplinary team. Working within the Single Point of Access model, they will assess, diagnose and manage the clinical needs of patients both autonomously and collaboratively with colleagues. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based care, providing clinical leadership and professional advice to nursing and multidisciplinary teams, implementing and evaluating standards of nursing practice, and ensuring nursing expertise is accessible to the residents of Inverclyde. The successful candidate will work closely with GPs, NHS 24, the Scottish Ambulance Service and Out of Hours services, while also supporting and guiding unregistered staff involved in the delivery of care. A strong focus on collaborative working, patient-centred care, health promotion and service improvement will be essential.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Committed to working towards, or already undertaking, a Master’s level qualification in Advanced Practice.
- Willingness to complete and demonstrate competency in:
- Advanced clinical assessment.
- Clinical reasoning, judgement and diagnostic decision‑making.
- Anatomy and pathophysiology.
- Non‑Medical Prescribing (V300).
- Leading, delivering and evaluating care.
- Practice learning and transferable work‑based learning.
- Significant nursing experience is essential.
- Community nursing experience is desirable.
- Understanding of autonomous decision‑making and advanced clinical practice.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- PVG Scheme Membership / Disclosure Scotland check required.
- Full driving licence essential
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom‑based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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