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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

About

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK, with a national and international reputation for the excellence of its services and its role in teaching and research.

Find out more about the Trust on their web-site at www.ouh.nhs.uk

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Contact

Address: Oxford Univ Hosps NHS Foundation Trust; OUHC HR Department,; 3rd Floor Unipart House Business Centre; Garsington Road; Oxford; Oxfordshire; OX4 2PG
Contact Number: 01865 741186

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Ref: 321-SW-8319720-B7-INT Vacancy ID: 8319720

Breast 8a ACP

Accepting applications until: 23-Oct-2026 23:59

Vacancy status: Open

Accepting applications until: 23-Oct-2026 23:59

Location

Gwefan: Churchill Hospital
Cyfeiriad: Old Road, Headington
Tref: Oxford
Cod post: OX3 7LE
Major / Minor Region: Oxfordshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Permanent: Link-Graded Band 7 to Band 8a ACP post
Oriau: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary

Cyflog: £49,387 - £64,750
Cyfnod cyflog: Yearly
Gradd: (NHS AfC: Band 8a)

Specialty

Prif leoliad: Breast Department

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

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The Breast Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with breast conditions across the Breast Service. Working autonomously within an agreed scope of practice, the ACP will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting timely access to assessment, diagnosis and treatment.

The post holder will play a key role in the management of patients referred via the Two Week Wait (2WW) breast pathway, breast screening assessment services, breast abscess pathway, and the ongoing management of benign and follow-up patients. They will work collaboratively with consultants, radiologists, breast care nurses, administrative teams and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure efficient patient pathways and optimal clinical outcomes.

The ACP will contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives and will support the four pillars of advanced practice: Clinical Practice, Leadership and Management, Education, and Research.

This post is a link-graded Band 7 Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) progressing to Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner. The preferred approach is to appoint candidates at Band 7 whilst they undertake the required education and training, with progression to Band 8a upon successful completion of all advancing practice requirements.

Independent assessment and management of patients referred on the 2WW breast pathway, running ANP-led clinics and supporting timely diagnosis.
Delivery of breast screening assessment and results clinics, including communicating outcomes and coordinating onward management plans.
Support for the breast abscess pathway, providing assessment, treatment and follow-up for urgent and emergency presentations to help reduce consultant workload and avoid unnecessary admissions.
Management of benign and follow-up breast patients within agreed competencies and protocols.
Working closely with consultants, radiology, breast care nurses and the wider MDT to streamline patient pathways and improve access.
Supporting service development, pathway improvement, audit and education within the Breast Service.

Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Applicant requirements

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.

Person specification

Essential/Desirable

Meini prawf hanfodol

Registered Healthcare Professional (NMC, HCPC, GOC or GPhC)
First level degree (HEI Level 5 or 6) in undergraduate base profession
Demonstrable evidence of ability to study at Level 7 (either previous Level 6 or level 7 study), or willingness to submit academic piece for assessment if required
Significant consolidated experience within speciality of the recruiting area for the tAP role, or significant transferrable existing knowledge and skills for the service.
Proven evidence of management ability and leadership skills. Awareness of clinical governance issues and measures of quality
Excellent clinical and practical skills
Commitment to evidencing own professional development, capabilities and competency development at advanced level practice, via work-based assessments and use of a portfolio
Willingness to engage in clinical supervision to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours across the breadth of the four pillars of advanced practice
Ability to recognise own limitations, working within scope of practice, acting on feedback from clinical supervisors when required
Aligned to the Trust values and conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times. Positive attitude to all tasks and stakeholders
Willingness and enthusiasm towards working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in delivering care

Meini prawf dymunol

Evidence of e-portfolio use.
Evidence of delivering educational teaching and associated evaluations, internally and/or externally to the organisation
Existing technical clinical procedural skills relevant to clinical service
Experience of change management
Completed MSc relevant to clinical area or speciality
Leadership or Management Course or Qualification