About this role
Job summary
Ready to make a real impact in Primary Care?
Modality Bedford Division is seeking an experienced Allied Health Professional (AHP) with an Independent Prescribing qualification to join our multidisciplinary team at Leighton Road Surgery. This is an exciting 12-month fixed-term opportunity (37.5 hours per week) for a clinician who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while helping shape the future of integrated primary care services starting in October 2026.
The successful candidate will work within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to patients with acute presentations, long-term conditions and complex health needs. The role offers the opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with service development, quality improvement and innovative models of care that improve patient outcomes and experience.
At Modality Partnership, our CARE values Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide everything we do. You will join a team that embodies these values in every interaction, helping shape the future of advanced clinical practice in primary care.
Why Join Us?
NHS pension scheme Minimum 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata) Employee discounts and benefits scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Education and career development pathways Enhanced family-friendly policies, flexible working options, and wellbeing support
Main duties of the job
This advanced clinical role requires a high degree of autonomy, professional judgement and leadership. You will undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, independently prescribe where appropriate and develop evidence-based, personalised management plans in partnership with patients and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Working autonomously, you will provide safe, timely and effective clinical decision-making for patients with acute illness, long-term conditions and complex healthcare needs, using advanced assessment and prescribing skills to deliver high-quality care.
Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovation across the division. Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physician associates, paramedics, care coordinators and other healthcare professionals, you will help develop sustainable models of care that enhance patient outcomes, improve operational efficiency and support integrated working across primary care.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable and forward-thinking clinician who is committed to continuous learning, embraces innovation and is passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while helping shape the future of our services.
About us
Our Bedford practices are part of Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, serving over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.
In this role, you will develop a strong portfolio of advanced clinical and operational skills. You will work in alignment with our CARE values, helping to shape the future direction of advanced clinical practice within primary care.
Modality Partnership is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to fair and inclusive recruitment in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Application Process
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can support care delivery and make a tangible difference to patients and services, we encourage you to apply and join the Bedford Division of Modality Partnership.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting documents for the full job description outlining the core responsibilities of this role.
You will enjoy this role if you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, thinking innovatively, influencing change, and working closely with leadership teams to improve services from the ground up.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Pre-employment Requirements
Vaccinations
For this role, you will be required to provide evidence of full Hepatitis B vaccination including three doses with titre level and or booster, along with MMR and Varicella vaccination status. Support will be provided where required.
Right to work All applicants invited to interview will be required to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
References References must be obtained prior to employment, including one from your current or most recent employer.
Employment history Any employment gaps of six weeks or more must be declared.
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Ability to work autonomously and use own initiative. Excellent inter-agency and multidisciplinary team working skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure. Ability to synthesise complex information and produce clear, concise consultation records including onward referrals where required.
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of the local healthcare system, including its priorities and challenges. Understanding of national health and social care policy and emerging strategies. Understanding of the evolving Advanced Clinical Practitioner role. Advanced clinical practice skills and experience in managing acute presentations in primary care. Experience managing patients with complex and multiple needs. Understanding of clinical governance within Primary Care. Understanding of the wider health economy and accountability frameworks.
Personal Qualities Essential
Self-directed practitioner with the ability to work independently. Highly motivated and enthusiastic approach to work. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and environments. Strong team player who works effectively with others. Ability to work across organisational and professional boundaries.
Qualifications Essential
Registered general nurse or Registered Paramedic. Independent prescribing qualification. MSc in advanced practice or equivalent primary care experience.
Experience Essential
Minimum of five years post-registration experience. Minimum of five years recent experience in primary or community care. Clinical supervision training and experience. Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with external organisations
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 Modality Partnership
Address Leighton Road Surgery
1 Leighton Road
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Bedfordshire
LU7 1LB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.modalitypartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)