Newbury Street Practice
Emergency Care Practitioner/ ACP

The closing date is 30 December 2026

Job summary
Purpose
Deliver safe, effective assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients working both independently and collaboratively. Primarily part of the urgent care team, ensuring timely access to high-quality care for patients presenting with acute needs.

Main duties of the job
Role Summary

• Deliver autonomous, evidence-based care through face-to-face and telephone consultations
• Act as an Independent Prescriber within agreed clinical guidelines
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals to optimise patient outcomes
• Practice within scope of competence and agreed clinical limits
• Be accountable for clinical decisions including referral, discharge, and follow-up planning

About us
Why Join Newbury Street Practice?
We are proud of our values and culture. If they resonate with you, we would love to meet you!

• Continuity of Care: Usual GP lists, hybrid appointment system, protected admin time
• Right Care, Right Time, Right Place: Patient Co-ordinators match patients with the most suitable clinician
• Empowering Patients: Active Patient Participation Group, monthly meetings, Zoom health talks
• Continuous Learning: Fortnightly protected teaching time, QI projects, mentoring opportunities
• Building a Strong Team: Daily huddles, coffee breaks, buddy support, social events
• Innovation & Digital Transformation: National recognition, BBC-featured Optimise Project, multiple accreditations: RCGP Accredited Active Practice, Park Run Practice, Greener Practice, LGBTQ Friendly Practice, Veteran Friendly Practice, Research Ready Practice
• Community Collaboration: Partnerships with schools, Gap Year Scheme, charity collaborations

Details
Date posted: 11 November 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: A3627-26-0015
Job locations: Wantage Health Centre, Mably Way, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9BN, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional & Educational Duties

• Adhere to HCPC/NMC Code of Conduct and regulatory standards
• Maintain professional registration and complete mandatory training
• Participate in supervision and reviews including competency assessments
• Engage in audits, research, and teaching activities

ECP/ACP-Specific Requirements

• Perform advanced clinical assessments in routine and urgent care settings
• Hold Independent Prescribing qualification and maintain it
• Demonstrate confidence in autonomous decision-making and complex case management
• Utilise advanced skills in diagnostics, prescribing, and patient management

Additional Duties

• Ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors; report incidents and risks
• Safeguard vulnerable patients and follow protocols
• Comply with practice policies including confidentiality, infection control, and equality
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Masters degree (required for ECP/ACP qualification post-December 2020, aligned with RCN Credentialing for Advanced Level Nursing Practice).
• Postgraduate diploma or degree (for ECP/ACP qualification up to December 2020).
• Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber, registered with the NMC.
• Compliance with NMC revalidation requirements as outlined in the NMC Revalidation booklet.

Technical & Administrative Competence

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with GP practice systems and prescribing data monitoring platforms.
• Ability to produce clear, comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Competence in developing, implementing, and reviewing care plans.

Governance & Compliance

• Strong awareness of data protection regulations (GDPR).
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, particularly within a GP practice environment.

Knowledge and Skills - Essential

• Clear understanding of NHS principles, values, and frameworks.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex or incomplete information, anticipate issues, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, including influencing, persuading, and constructively challenging information.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and sustain professional relationships based on openness, trust, and confidence.
• Inspirational leadership qualities.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise workloads, multitask effectively, and maintain self-discipline and motivation.

Desirable Criteria

• Training or experience in mentorship and supervisory roles.
• Skills in cognitive behavioural approaches and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Experience working within a primary care setting.
• Evidence of collaboration across organisational boundaries in health and social care.
• Independent thinker with sound judgement, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong written communication skills, including report writing and presentation.
• Experience in project and programme management with demonstrable efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams, communicating passionately and persuasively across diverse stakeholders.
• High levels of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience, and flexibility.
• Resilience in managing unpredictable situations.
• Confidence in facilitating discussions and constructively challenging others.
• Flexible approach to ensure delivery of excellent patient care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Newbury Street Practice
Address: Wantage Health Centre, Mably Way, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9BN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://newburystreetpractice.co.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Practice manager, Paul Miles, paul.miles5@nhs.net

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