National Clinical Associate Practitioner Supervisor

Opcare; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a dynamic leader to develop and oversee Clinical Associate Practitioner recruitment, training, and supervision across the UK. This pivotal role involves acting as the named supervisor, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and standardizing training across all sites. Strong communication, organization, and a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics are essential. The position is home-based with national travel required. Competitive salary and generous holiday allowances are offered.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Incremental holiday allowance starting at 33 days

Refer a Friend incentive scheme

Enhanced Family Leave / Pay

Continuing professional development

Industry leading training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of relevant experience in clinical settings.
• Full HCPC Registration required.
• A valid UK Driving Licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Act as named supervisor for Associate Practitioners.
• Standardise training and progression for practitioners.
• Implement national training framework.
• Lead recruitment for Associate Practitioners.

Skills

Training, supervising, or mentoring clinical staff

Understanding of BAPO guidelines

Excellent communication

Organised and attentive to detail

Collaborative leadership

Resilient and adaptable

Passionate about workforce development

Education

Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Job description

We’re looking for a dynamic leader to take the reins in developing and embedding a consistent approach to Clinical Associate Practitioner recruitment, training, and supervision across Opcare. In this pivotal role, you’ll be the named supervisor for Associate Practitioners, ensuring excellence through compliance with BAPO guidelines and our own high standards. You’ll drive the creation and rollout of a structured training framework, lead recruitment, deliver impactful training, and provide hands‑on, remote, and indirect supervision that makes a real difference.

The role is home based, but national travel will be necessary based on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the named supervisor for all Associate Practitioners in line with BAPO guidelines and internal governance requirements.
• Standardise induction, competencies, and progression for Associate Practitioners across all sites.
• Implement a national Associate Practitioner training and development framework.
• Collect and analyse feedback, outcomes, and performance data to refine the framework.
• Lead the recruitment process for Associate Practitioners in partnership with HR and operations.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in training, supervising, or mentoring clinical staff.
• Strong understanding of BAPO guidelines for Associate Practitioner supervision.
• Experience working across multiple services or with national programmes.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to engage and influence colleagues.
• Organised, methodical, and attentive to detail.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership style.
• Resilient, adaptable, and proactive in managing change.
• Passionate about workforce development and improving patient care through strong support staff.

Qualifications

• Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics.

And in addition, must have :

• Full HCPC Registration
• A valid UK Driving Licence
• The ability to meet the requirements of an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check

What we Offer

• Competitive market salary
• Incremental holiday allowance stating at 33 days, increasing to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave / Pay
• Recognition schemes
• Continuing professional development
• Industry leading training opportunities

Why Join Us?

At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Eligibility to Work in the UK

• Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.