Job summaryAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our trauma and orthopaedic team. The role will require the successful clinician to work within the four pillars of Advanced Practice which includes:
Clinical management of patients (autonomous assessment/investigation/diagnosis and management to include non-medical independent prescribing)
Leadership - lead on service developments and implementing change processes, provide clinical leadership to MDT members
Education- provide education, mentorship and support to a wide multi-professional audience. Maintain own education needs and a live portfolio of advanced practice
Research- demonstrate use of evidence-based practice and involvement in research projects (QIP/Audit)
The job is open to fully trained ACPs from multi-professional backgrounds. We are also willing to consider those who require full ACP training, and in this instance, Annex 21 will be applied to the post.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Main duties of the jobThe ACP will be expected to provide clinical care/management to patients admitted into acute areas including trauma wards, emergency department and outpatient setting.
Maintain a portfolio of AP to demonstrate the four pillars of advanced practice.
Clinical- will be expected to undertake clinical assessment request relevant investigations, make diagnosis and initiate treatment and management plans according to patient need, include non-medical independent prescribing. They will be required to undertake patient ward rounds as an independent clinician. To undertake higher level communication- impart bad news and discuss treatment escalation plans and DNACPR.
Leadership- clinical leadership of MDT. Develop the trauma orthopaedic services. Develop QiPs, attend and be an instrumental part of relevant HB strategy groups or forums e.g, Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Forum for CTM.
Education- be responsible to own educational needs, striving to enhance and develop own skills, knowledge and competence. Deliver education within the clinical setting and formal education settings. Provide mentorship and coaching to multi-professionals undertaking clinical courses such as MSc AP and NMIP.
Research- use guidelines to support clinical decisions in practice. Be involved in audit/research. Lead of QiP projects and service evaluations.
About usCwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
- We listen, learn, and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
DetailsDate posted: 20 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum pro rata (Annex 21 available for trainees)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 110-NMR208-0826
Job locations: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
For annex 21 eligible applicants, completion of the qualification is a requirement of the contract of employment.
During this training period, salary will be paid in accordance with Annex 21 of the Terms and Conditions as follows :Months 1 - 12 of the training period will be paid at 70% of the top of Band 7 pay scale,Months 13-24 of the training period will be paid at 75% of the top of Band 7 pay scale,
Upon successful attainment of the qualification, even if sooner than the 24 month allocated timeframe, the post holder will automatically move to the bottom of the Band 7 pay scale (without financial detriment), as they will then meet the full KSF outline of this role and be expected to undertake all duties within this Job Description as indicated.
NOTE : There will be some circumstances where current staff apply for these posts, and their new trainee salary will be below that of their current salary. To aid both the recruitment and development of staff it is recommended that staff across NHS Wales should have continuity of pay for the duration of the training to avoid financial detriment. This should apply when staff take up training posts both within and across NHS Wales organisations. Following this training, the remuneration will be the bottom of Band 5, again without financial detriment.Person SpecificationEssential- Professional Registration
- Evidence of continued CPD
- Substantial post qualification experience
- Evidence of level 6 (Degree level) or above education
Desirable- Level 7 Education (M.Sc or equivalent) (working towards)
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out consultation and/or examination relevant to the area of practice
- Independent Prescribing (or working towards)
- Evidence of maintaining Advanced Practice Portfolio
- Trauma Orthopaedic experience
Skills and AttributesEssential- Clinical skills competence
- Demonstrate leadership/supervision experience
ExperienceEssential- Post registration clinical experience in practice within the speciality area
Desirable- Experience in audit, Quality Improvement Project, and research process
- Experience in leading change in clinical practice
- Experience of teaching multi-professional staff
OtherEssential- Excellent time keeping and organisational skills
Desirable- Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ynysmaerdy, Pontyclun, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Senior Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Stacey Dark, stacey.dark@wales.nhs.uk, 01443444343
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
