Emergency Clinical Practitioner

Clch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A supportive, diverse team environment

Opportunities for continuous PROFESS\n

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is recruiting for an experienced Enhanced/ Emergency Clinical Practitioner in an urgent care setting. The post supports autonomous practice with advanced diagnostic skills, delivering high-quality unscheduled care.

You will work within a supportive, professional team, with commitments to development and ongoing clinical excellence across London and Hertfordshire. This role combines leadership, independent decision-making and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• Evidence of autonomous clinical assessment and management in urgent care.
• Advanced clinical reasoning for undifferentiated conditions.
• Experience leading or coordinating a clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care in collaboration with Emergency services and other health professionals.
• Define standards of care and improve service quality.
• Act as team leader on a rotational basis for day-to-day management.

Skills

Autonomous clinical assessment

Clinical reasoning

Team leadership

Communication skills

Prescribing

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC/HCPC registration

Minor Injuries Module Level 6/7

Minor Illness Module Level 6/7

Advanced Clinical Assessment Module Level 7

Independent Prescriber

MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice

Job description

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Main area Emergency Clinical Practitioner Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (150 hrs over a rostered 4 week period) Job ref 824-INNER-8099249-A

Site St Charles Urgent Care Centre Town London Salary £58,133 - £65,261 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 18/10/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Are you an experienced Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (ECP) with a passion for delivering high quality care in an Urgent Care setting? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic and supportive team in Central London.

As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in shaping the quality of care we provide. We pride ourselves on keeping our ACP/ECPs up to date with the latest evidenced-based practices, while also offering strong support for your professional development and growth.
In this role, you will work autonomously as an Emergency Clinical Practitioner, providing expert care to patients with acute, undifferentiated conditions. Using your advanced diagnostic skills and clinical reasoning, you will deliver high quality, unscheduled care to those who need it most.

What we offer:

• A supportive, diverse team environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• A chance to work at the forefront of urgent care, utilising your expertise and autonomy

Please note: This vacancy is open to new applicants only. Individuals who have previously applied for this role will not be considered.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will deliver care in collaboration with Emergency services, other health care professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies.
• To work in association with colleagues in defining standards of care and practice aimed at maintaining, developing or improving quality.
• To work with the senior staff in the operational management and the organisational development of the service.
• Act as the team Leader on a rotational basis assuming responsibility for day to day management of the service.
• Take designated responsibility for discrete areas of operational management/clinical practice.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers and other staff.
• Deliver care within a culturally sensitive framework.
• Implement, carry out disseminate and evaluate service audits

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Education/Qualification

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or Registered Health Professional (physio, paramedic) with HCPC.
• Evidence of Minor Injuries Module at Level 6/7
• Evidence of Minor illness module at Level 6/7
• Evidence of completion of Level 7 Advanced Clinical Assessment Module
• Independent Prescriber (or on pathway to complete)
• Qualification in prehospital care or community care
• MSC in advanced clinical practice

Experience

• Demonstrable competence in autonomous clinical assessment and management of patients, exercising professional judgement and delivering safe, evidence-based care within scope of practice
• Evidence of consistently delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with professional standards and best practice
• Experience in working autonomously in an emergency or other unscheduled care environment or working autonomously within a GP surgery.
• Evidence of competence in assessing, managing and escalating care for adults and children at risk of deterioration, with demonstrable experience of timely referral to hospital-based services when clinically indicated
• Experience of effectively working in collaboration, negotiating and liaising across organisational boundaries.
• Experience of team / service/ staff management.
• Experience of implementing evidence-based care and developing others to do so
• Experience of change management and implementing change in practice

Skills & Knowledge

• Evidence of comprehensive range of clinical skills and expertise relevant to the role
• Proven ability to prioritise, manage own workload and flexibility in doing so
• Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately
• Proactive in identifying own and other’s learning and development needs, and actively seek ways to meeting those needs
• Specialist knowledge in clinical reasoning, history taking, physical examination, diagnostic skills and prescribing/treatment
• Clinical knowledge across a range of long-term conditions.
• Able to lead and motivate a team and implement change
• Knowledge of resource management.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

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.