Trosolwg o'r swydd

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

Are you an experienced clinician who would like to develop their knowledge and skills further? Are you ready to commit to a 3-year Masters Level apprenticeship at MMU?

 We are seeking an enthusiastic professional who is keen to join our team of community ACPs who will be on hand to support and guide you through your training.

The role you will perform once qualified includes supporting people in their own homes when they are in acute crisis and striving to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions, keeping people where they would prefer to be.

You will support the developing virtual wards and care for complex patients in their own home with the guidance from the consultants. And you will be involved in the strategic development of community services, using your research and QI skills.

Hours per week: 30.00

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

East Cheshire Trust would like to offer the successful candidate a place on the MMU ACP apprenticeship to start in January 2026. This is a 3 year course at Level 7.  The successful candidate will have a mentor and be supported to achieve their competencies and develop into a qualified ACP within the community.

The community ACP is responsible for assessing, diagnosing and treating patients in their place of home who are unwell and at high risk of admission to hospital. 

They utilise all 4 pillars of advanced practice; Clinical, Education, Research and Leadership to ensure they are providing the highest quality of care. 

They are a clinical leader within the care communities they serve and work with the wider MDT to develop services. 

They also work with the Consultants at the hospital, MDGH, to support patients on the virtual ward. Ensuring complex patients are supported to stay at home or have a supported early discharge.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.