Multi-professional consultant practice: reflections, discussion and opportunities within the UK

This article provides an exploration of the consultant practitioner role in the context of advancing practice within the NHS in the UK. The focus is on the professional experiences of three consultant practitioners in Wiltshire, England, with personal reflections of their career development journeys. The narrative illuminates the diverse opportunities for allied health professionals and nurses aspiring to senior leadership and clinical roles in the NHS. The discussion includes an examination of the multi-professional consultant practitioner impact and capability framework, emphasising key areas and offering valuable suggestions for those aspiring to become consultant practitioners. The article also serves as a resource for integrated care board workforce leads and NHS managers, encouraging the consideration and incorporation of consultant practitioner roles within their organisations.