Job summary
- Main area
- Mental Health
- Grade
- Band 8a
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 130-NMR096-0525
- Employer
- Swansea Bay University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ty Einon Centre
- Town
- Gorseinon
- Salary
- £54,550 - £61,412 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Band 8a
Welcome to Swansea Bay University Health Board. We welcome applications from people who share our values: caring for each other, working together and always improving.
Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
Annex 21
Are you a dynamic, compassionate, and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or trainee ANP with a passion for mental health? Ready to shape the future of outpatient mental health care in Swansea Bay? We have three exciting opportunities for experienced or aspiring ANPs to join our multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) across three well-established CMHT bases: Ty Einon, Tonna, and Area 1 & 2.
Main duties of the job
What You’ll Be Doing:
As an ANP, you’ll take a lead role in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals accessing mental health services across both primary and secondary care pathways. Working within a vibrant outpatient setting and alongside expert MDTs—including pharmacists, medics, occupational therapists, psychologists, and nurses—you’ll deliver evidence-based, person-centred care.
You will demonstrate:
Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Expertise in risk assessment and management
Confidence in formulating and delivering treatment plans
Experience of working with adults in community mental health settings
These roles are firmly rooted in the four pillars of advanced practice:
Clinical Practice – delivering high-quality, autonomous care
Leadership and Management – contributing to service development and clinical leadership
Education – supporting colleagues, students, and ongoing professional development
Research – embedding evidence-based practice and contributing to service innovation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What We Offer:
- A progressive, forward-thinking service where your skills and leadership will be valued
- Robust clinical supervision, mentorship, and peer support
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Support with prescribing qualifications (if not already held)
- Opportunities to contribute to service evaluation and innovation
- Annex 21 framework available for those working towards ANP qualification
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Advanced Nurse Practitioners with independent prescribing, OR
- Registered nurses committed to undertaking ANP training (Annex 21 applies)
- Strong background in mental health assessment, risk management, and treatment planning
- Experience working in adult community mental health services
- A values-driven approach aligned with recovery-oriented care
- Motivation to contribute across the four pillars of advanced clinical practice
Why Join Us?
Swansea Bay University Health Board is at the forefront of transformative mental health care. These posts represent an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, visionary service committed to person-centred, evidence-based, and least-restrictive approaches. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills, lead practice, and make a lasting impact on the lives of the people we support.
Person specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Professional registration (NMC,HCPC) NMC HCPC
- Level 7 Education (Master’s Degree) relevant to area of practice.
- In receipt or working toward Independent Authorisation of Blood Products (desirable if relevant to role)
- Evidence of maintaining an Advanced Clinical Practice portfolio
- Advanced specialist knowledge of patient pathways.
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to carry out clinical consultation and/or examination relevant to area of practice
- Independent Prescribing qualification (if required for role).
Desirable criteria
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Essential Experience
Essential criteria
- Extensive post registration clinical experience in advanced practice within speciality area.
- Evidence of performing at Advanced Level of Practice.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Essential Aptitude and abilitie
Essential criteria
- Adheres to & can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
- Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
- Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience.
Desirable criteria
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
- Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel in a timely manner throughout the organisation.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ross Whelan
- Job title
- Lead Nurse - Community Mental Health Services
- Email address
- [email protected]
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