Two key NHSE advanced practice documents refreshed
What you need to know
NHS England’s Centre for Advancing Practice has published updated versions of two landmark documents that shape the future of Advanced Practice in England. These updates reaffirm the national commitment to high-quality, consistent, and well-supported advanced clinical roles across the healthcare system.
These documents are essential reading for anyone involved in or supporting Advanced Practice in Nottinghamshire Primary Care.
Access the documents below:
Key updates and focus areas
1. Multi-Professional Approach
The updated framework is designed to include professionals from a range of backgrounds, reflecting that advanced practice goes beyond individual job titles.
2. The Four Core Pillars Stay the Same
Clinical Practice, Leadership & Management, Education, and Research remain at the heart of advanced practice.
3. Adapting to Change in Healthcare
The framework recognises how quickly healthcare is changing — and supports advanced practitioners in adapting to new ways of working and emerging specialisms.
4. Support Through Governance and Funding
NHS England has introduced helpful tools and funding options, including support for MSc programmes and apprenticeships.
5. Clearer Guidance on Supervision
New guidance helps ensure advanced practitioners receive the right supervision and support in the workplace.
6. A More Inclusive Framework
The language has been updated to reflect the wide range of professionals and settings involved in advanced practice.
Multi-Professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England
The refreshed Multi-Professional Framework continues to be the foundation for what advanced practice should look like across the system. It defines the core capabilities and characteristics of advanced level practice, regardless of professional background.
This updated version reaffirms the importance of:
A consistent, system-wide understanding of Advanced Practice
High standards of clinical and professional competence
Supporting transformation in how care is delivered
Whether you're an Advanced Practitioner, a service lead, or a workforce planner, this framework provides clarity and direction for developing roles and services that meet evolving patient needs.
Workplace Supervision for Advanced Practice
The second updated document, Workplace Supervision for Advanced Practice, is a practical guide to building effective supervision of structures and cultures in clinical settings. It’s designed to ensure that Advanced Practitioners are not only competent but also nurtured, challenged, and empowered in their roles.
The guide sets out clear expectations for:
What good supervision looks like
How to create supportive learning environments
The responsibilities of supervisors, organisations, and systems
Workplace supervision is a critical part of advanced practice development — and this updated guide will help organisations and supervisors offer the best possible support.
Why this matters for Notts Primary Care
These refreshed documents are essential for Advanced Practitioners, educators, managers, and leaders across Nottinghamshire’s primary care network. They inform best practice, support professional development, and ensure we continue to grow a high-performing, sustainable workforce across our system.
We encourage all relevant staff to read and reflect on these updates, and consider how they apply to your team, service or practice area.
📢 Have questions or want to discuss how this affects your work?
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