Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre in Liverpool is seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ANP/ACP) to provide autonomous, high-quality care within the Acute Care Division. This role spans education, leadership, and research, with responsibilities for assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of complex cases.

You will lead clinical decisions, order investigations, prescribe within scope, and contribute to service improvement and research, while supporting a

Qualifications

• MSc in Advanced Nursing Practice/ACP required.
• Non Medical prescribing qualification with portfolio
• Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
• Recognised Leadership Qualification
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Advanced Communications Skills Training
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Advanced Life Support Qualification (Only ANP's who participate in MET cover)
• IO Needle insertion (Only ANP's who participate in MET cover)
• Systemic Anti-Cancer (SACT) module/competency and SACT experience
• Research Qualification
• Psychological skills training - Level 2 training or above

Responsibilities

• Practice autonomously with a high level of accountability at an advanced clinical level in the direct delivery of high quality care, making critical clinical decisions based on advanced clinical skills assessment, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice.
• Lead and support education and leadership development across the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice.
• Contribute to service improvement, research, and innovation within the Acute Care Division.
• Act as a role model for nursing and medical colleagues, demonstrating accountability, clinical excellence and patient safety.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes and share best practices across the organization.

Skills

Advanced Nursing Practice

Clinical Leadership

Education & Training

Research & Evidence

Communication Skills

Policy & Governance

Education

MSc in Advanced Nursing Practice/ACP

Non Medical prescribing qualification

Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care

Recognised Leadership Qualification

Evidence of continued professional development

Advanced Communications Skills Training

Recognised teaching qualification

Advanced Life Support Qualification

IO Needle insertion

SACT module/competency and SACT experience

Research Qualification

Psychological skills training - Level 2

Job description

Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 8a

Main area Advanced Practice Grade NHS AfC: Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (days, nights and weekends) Job ref 158-26-264-ANP

Site The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool Town Liverpool Salary £57,528 - £64,750 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 21/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 30/10/2026

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number to progress to shortlisting stage; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [e-mail]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ANP / ACP) is a highly skilled and autonomous clinical professional who delivers expert patient-centred care within the Acute Care Division. Working across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice, Education, Leadership, and Research, the post holder is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with complex healthcare needs. They will make critical clinical decisions, order and interpret investigations, prescribe medications within their scope of practice, and manage complete episodes of care while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. The ANP/ACP will provide professional leadership, support the development of a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice, and contribute to service improvement, research, and

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ANP / ACP) is a highly skilled and autonomous clinical professional who delivers expert patient-centred care within the Acute Care Division. Working across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice, Education, Leadership, and Research, the post holder is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with complex healthcare needs. They will make critical clinical decisions, order and interpret investigations, prescribe medications within their scope of practice, and manage complete episodes of care while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. The ANP/ACP will provide professional leadership, support the development of a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice, and contribute to service improvement, research, and innovation. Acting as a role model for nursing and medical colleagues, they will demonstrate accountability, clinical excellence, and a commitment to enhancing quality, safety, and patient experience across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

Practice autonomously with a high level of accountability at an advanced clinical level in the direct delivery of high quality care, making critical clinical decisions based on advanced clinical skills assessment, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice.

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Qualifications

• MSc in Advanced Nursing Practice/ACP
• Non Medical prescribing qualification with portfolio supporting attainment of competency
• Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
• Recognised Leadership Qualification
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Advanced Communications Skills Training
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Advanced Life Support Qualification (Only ANP's who participate in MET cover)
• IO Needle insertion (Only ANP's who participate in MET cover)
• Systemic Anti-Cancer (SACT) module/competency and SACT experience
• Research Qualification
• Psychological skills training - Level 2 training or above

Knowledge

• Highly motivated and experienced practitioner with substantive range of experience within cancer care.
• Broad & advanced knowledge of clinical pathophysiology
• Sound level of knowledge in relation to invasive and non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Knowledge of national standards, policies and working knowledge of clinical governance.
• Understanding of evidence based practice and ability to critically appraise and implement research findings into practice.
• In-depth specialist experience within specialist field
• Has the knowledge to support safe clinical decision making in relation to admission and discharge
• Extensive knowledge of clinical practice and oncology treatments including treatment induced side-effects

Experience

• Experience of writing policies and procedures.
• Proven leadership experience including delivering to targets, change initiatives and service improvement
• Leadership and mentoring skills to energise the team and motivate individuals
• Extensive post registration experience with recent experience at a senior level.
• Working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary Team.
• Experience of participation in research and audit
• Ability to influence and develop clinical services
• Demonstrates current knowledge of professional and NHS issues and the implication for clinical environment
• Enthusiasm and drive to improve practice through education and training
• Committed to continuing professional development of self and others

If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview via email. Please ensure you regularly check your emails (including junk folders) following your application and let us know if you have any problems. If you would prefer for us to communicate with you in a different way, or need adjustments to the interview process, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0151 556 5176 or [e-mail] . All interviews will be undertaken in person unless extraordinary circumstances apply.

If you do not receive confirmation that you have been shortlisted for interview, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. It is with regret that we are unable to provide feedback to all non-shortlisted candidates.

The cost of processing a new DBS application is met by the successful applicant. DBS costs are recovered via salary deduction following commencement in post - further details including cost are available from the Recruitment Team. It is a Trust recommendation that candidates requiring a DBS check subscribe to the DBS Update Service - further details are available here - https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service . Candidates who withdraw post-DBS submission will be invoiced for the full cost of the check including administration fee.

The Trust takes active responsibility for meeting national guidance and legal requirements in relation to our Safeguarding Policy, including local arrangements for the protection of adults at risk.

The Trust is committed to providing high standards of both patient and staff experience. To support us in doing this the Trust, in partnership with Trade Unions has developed and embedded key values and behaviours that all staff are required to demonstrate throughout their employment. The Trust's values and behaviours support the Trust Vision 'to provide the best cancer care to the people we serve' and our Mission 'to improve health and wellbeing through compassionate, safe and effective cancer care'.

We promote and support diversity in our workforce. The Trust have staff networks such as Ethnic Diversity Staff Network, LGBTQ+ Staff Network, Armed Forces Staff Network, MAPLE Staff Network & Menopause Support Group. The Trust does not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment and has firmed up processes for reporting this, including a dedicated Freedom To Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.