Job summary

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for you to work in the vibrant and dynamic environment of the Weymouth Urgent Treatment Centre and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Minor Injury Units. As part of the Dorset Integrated Urgent Care Service (DIUCS) you will play a crucial role in delivering a co-ordinated and collaborative urgent care response to the patients of Dorset, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of minor injuries and minor ailments. Currently we have vacancies for full time and part time hours, as a Band 7 Emergency Care Practitioner with experience in minor injuries, ailments and booked urgent care appointments.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for candidates that can deliver an excellent standard of patient care demonstrating advanced clinical practice and decision making skills. The Weymouth Urgent Treatment Centre is central to the delivery of patient care in the local community. The multi-disciplinary team, consisting of nurses, paramedics, skilled healthcare assistants and doctors are committed to delivering timely and efficient care. This role offers the opportunity to have a presence working across sites and services within DIUCS. Employment requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do.

Details

• Date posted: 30 April 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year p.a. pro rata for part time
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 152-C018.26
• Job locations: Weymouth UTC/ Bridport Minor Injury Unit and IUCS sites, Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, DT4 7TB

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [contact hidden]

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training (Essential)

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by minimum PG dip (120 credits) plus MA/MSc or working towards in a relevant subject or demonstrable extensive experience
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body

Job Specific Experience (Essential)

• Experience at Registered Practitioner Band 6 level
• Evidence of risk management skills and experience
• Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills

Experience (Essential)

• Minor injury & Illness

Managerial/Supervisory Exp (Essential)

• Evidence of proactive involvement in the supervision and development of

Information Technology (Essential)

• Confident in the use of computer systems, spreadsheets, databases, data
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

Personal Qualities/Attributes (Essential)

• Experience of planning and organising complex activities
• Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing

Additional requirements (Essential)

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

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Address: Weymouth UTC/ Bridport Minor Injury Unit and IUCS sites, Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, DT4 7TB

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Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Operational Lead Stef Thomas - [contact hidden] - [contact hidden]