Job summaryFIXED TERM (Oct 26-May 27) TRAINEE EMERGENCY CLINICAL PRACTITIONER Band 6 (progressing to B7 upon qualification)
We have developed an exciting opportunity to allow acute and emergency care nurses and paramedics undertake training, and gain experience toward becoming and Emergency Care Practitioner. The post is within our Haslemere Urgent Treatment Centre (with adhoc dual site cover at Royal Surrey County Hospital Emergency Department). The post is for a part time tECP to develop their career towards becoming an emergency care practitioner.
Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will work in a trainee capacity alongside our qualified ECP's and doctors in developing skills and expected competencies in their treatment of minor injuries and ailments patients, aged 1 year and over, that present to the Urgent Treatment Centre (Haslemere).
Post holders will have a dedicated 'base' site as Haslemere UTC. An ECP Clinical Mentor to support them through their training journey and portfolio, then on completion of all skills and competencies, post holders will advance into a Band 7 ECP if they complete their qualifications within the fixed term period. Development will require training through a range of methods including post-graduate university based study and clinical practice.
About usRoyal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.
We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.
To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.DetailsDate posted: 14 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum pro rata including High Cost Area Supplement
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 7 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 384-AGB-EMF21547-B6
Location: Haslemere Hospital, Haslemere, GU27 2BJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities- To work alongside experienced ECPs to develop skills to be competent to autonomously assess, investigate, diagnose, treat, refer or discharge patients attending the Urgent Treatment Centre (or Emergency Department) within the parameters of the Emergency Care Practitioner scope of practice.
- The post holder will continually develop their skills and competencies, to provide assessment, treatment, care and education to patients from all sections of the community from children (above the age of 1 year) to the elderly, ensuring high quality patient centered care.
- All Trainees will have a dedicated ECP Clinical Mentor to support them through their training journey, then on completion of all skills and competencies (if achieved within the 12 month period), will then progress into a Band 7 ECP.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Registered Nurse Part 1 (Adult or Paeds) or Paramedic
- Teaching qualification mentorship, ENB 998, City and Guilds 730, SLiPS or equivalent
DesirableKnowledgeEssential- Minimum 5 years + experience working within the Emergency Department or Frontline Pre-hospital Care
- Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility / competence
- Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. iv additives, cannulation and venepuncture
- Evidence of Streaming training and completed competencies (or working towards competencies)
- Knowledge and understanding of current issues in acute NHS setting
- Evidence of research based practice
Desirable- Evidence of Advanced Physical Assessment L6 / L7 (Adults or Paeds)
- Evidence of Minor Injury / Minor Illness courses
- Evidence of Minor Ailments courses
- Evidence of Bony Assessment course
- Evidence of IRMER Course
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).
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UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/
Contact for questions about the jobLead Emergency Clinical Practitioner, Charlotte Morley, charlotte.morley3@nhs.net, 01483956524
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