Advanced Paediatric Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Oldham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Band 8a Advanced Paediatric Nurse Practitioner to join their Children's Community Nursing Team in Oldham. This part-time role (25 hours/week) requires demonstrable experience and relevant MSc qualifications. The successful candidate will contribute to a nurse-led model and collaborate with various stakeholders. Competitive benefits package included.

Benefits

Competitive package

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience at Band 7 or 8a.
• MSc in Advanced Paediatric Nursing Practice or MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Experience in community nursing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Children's Community Nursing Team primarily in a clinic environment.
• Lead the development of the APNP/ACP service.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from various settings.

Skills

Community experience

Clinical excellence

Collaboration

Education

MSc in Advanced Paediatric Nursing Practice

MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.

Are you a Band 7 or 8a Paediatric / Children’s Nurse looking for a new challenge? Do you have a desire to work in a ‘great’ workplace with remarkable people who make a difference every day? If this is you then we would love you to come and work with us and see for yourself.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 8a Advanced Paediatric Nurse Practitioner (APNP) / Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to work within the Children’s Community Nursing Team (CCNT) in Oldham. This is a part time post of 25 hours (over 3 or 4 working days). Successful candidates must have demonstrable experience at Band 7 or 8a and must hold an MSc in Advanced Paediatric Nursing Practice (ambulatory care) or MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.

The APNP / ACP service is an evolving nurse led service. The successful candidate will be working predominately within a clinic environment at the Integrated Care Centre with scope to offer home visits where identified. Community experience is desirable however consideration will be given to applicants without should suitable evidence be provided. The postholder will work as part of the CCNT, working closely with key stakeholder partners from community, acute secondary and tertiary settings, local authority and the voluntary sector.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Children’s Community Nursing Team (CCNT) in Oldham, predominantly in a clinic environment with scope for home visits.
• Lead and contribute to the development of the APNP/ACP service as a nurse-led model.
• Collaborate with stakeholders from community, acute secondary and tertiary settings, local authorities and the voluntary sector.
• Support and influence nursing practice through clinical excellence, research, and professional development.
• Coordinate and develop community services across diverse teams and clinical networks.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Demonstrable experience at Band 7 or 8a.
• Must hold an MSc in Advanced Paediatric Nursing Practice (ambulatory care) or MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Part-time: 25 hours per week over 3 or 4 working days.
• Community experience is desirable; applications without it will be considered with suitable evidence.

About the Employer

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We emphasise our core values: care, appreciate, and inspire.

Benefits

We offer a role with purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for growth and development. Benefits include a competitive package, generous annual leave, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities to support work–life balance.

How to Apply / Additional Information

To read more information about the advertised role and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025.