Haematology Trainee/Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom seeks a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner or trainee to join their multi-professional haematology team. This role offers exceptional training, hands-on experience, and the chance to work collaboratively with healthcare specialists. The ideal candidate is passionate about patient care and committed to advancing their clinical practice. The position includes structured support during training, leading to career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experienced clinician in haematology or acute/general medicine.
• Ready to train and grow into the Advanced Clinical Practitioner role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with haematologists, nurses, and specialists.
• Train to perform bone marrow aspirates.
• Participate in in-house teaching and education.

Skills

Haematology background

Commitment to advanced clinical practice

Passion for patient care

Education

Relevant clinical qualification

Job description

Overview

We are thrilled to offer an opportunity for a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner or a trainee ACP to become an integral part of our expert multi-professional haematology team.

This is your chance to make a difference in while advancing your professional journey with specialist training, mentorship, and academic development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborative Environment – Work alongside experienced haematologists, nurses, pharmacists, and other specialists in both ward reviews and outpatient clinics.
• Hands-On Procedures – Train to perform bone marrow aspirates as part of the diagnostic toolkit.
• Exceptional Training & Support – Trainees will be supported through a master’s degree and a structured, competency-based portfolio, with placements across medical and surgical teams.
• In-House Teaching & Education – Benefit from regular teaching sessions, clinical supervision, and access to modern simulation facilities.
• Career Progression – Trainee ACPs will be appointed at Band 8a (Annex 21), with review and full Band 8a upgrade upon MSc and competency completion.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced clinicians with a background in haematology or acute/general medicine
• Committed to advanced clinical practice, education, and service development
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and driving innovation in cancer services
• Either a qualified ACP or someone ready to train and grow into the role

We are nationally recognised for excellence in teaching and clinical research, with a strong focus on nurturing professional development. Our Cancer Centre is home to cutting-edge facilities, and our teams are proud to lead innovation in cancer care.

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You’ll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you’d never have done. You’ll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You’ll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Salary & How to Apply

If applying as a trainee ACP your salary will be:

• 1st year 65% of top of band 8a - £40,743.30
• 2nd year 70% of top of band 8a - £43,877.40
• 3rd year 75% of top of band 8a - £47,011.50

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Jo Wilkinson
Job title: Consultant nurse
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01772 524432