Job summary
Fixed term contract 12 months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced contraception and sexual health nurses to join our Sexual and Reproductive Health Service based at the Lance Burn Centre in Salford. The service will offer you the opportunity to further develop your skills in the speciality, within a small team of highly experienced clinical staff.
The service is part of the large Northern Service which incorporates Central Manchester, North and South Manchester, Trafford and Salford.Applicants must demonstrate a non-judgmental attitude, be enthusiastic and have excellent communication and organisational skills. You must be flexible as you will be required to work at our spoke sites across Salford and on rotation covering the Saturday morning clinic at the Lance Burn centre.
Consideration will be given to recruiting to the post in a band 5-6 training position.
Main duties of the job
Use expertise and clinical skills to accurately assess patient's individual needs in relation to contraception and sexual health and manage their care appropriately.
Perform sexual health screening, venepuncture, vaccination, and health advice for patients as appropriate including supporting the work of the health advising team
Support people to consider their contraceptive choices, provide in-depth counselling and information and facilitate the initiation/continuation of their chosen method
Undertake clinics examination using observation as appropriate working as an autonomous practitioner.
Undertake the administration of medication under Patient Group Directions .
Work independently as required, this will include a number of early evenings and include Saturdays on a rotational basis.
Work flexibly within the service undertaking clinical sessions at other clinics/venues as required.
Insert and remove sub dermal contraception implants
Undertake pregnancy testing as clinical indicated and provide appropriate discussion of options and referral's as required
Provide support and on-going management to complex patients i.e. PEP/sexual assault
Undertake safeguarding as required of young people and adults
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or midwife
- Recognised post registration qualification in Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Mentorship/teaching qualification
- Degree or working towards
Desirable
- Nurse Diploma SRH
- STIF Intermediate competencies
Experience
Essential
- Experience in sexual and reproductive health at Band 5
- Currently practising in the speciality
- Proven ability to participate in the audit process
- Teaching and assessment of pre and post registration students
Desirable
- Participated in research
- Management experience
- Experience at undertaking staff Personal Development Reviews/ Appraisal
- HIV nursing experience
- Gynaecological nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Current and in depth knowledge of sexual and reproductive health
- Current and in-depth knowledge of issues relating to confidentiality & consent
- Current and in-depth knowledge of current local and national safeguarding processes/policy and guidance relating to under 16's, under 18's and vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Understanding of risk management/ clinical governance
- Knowledge of current national developments in sexual health services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or midwife
- Recognised post registration qualification in Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Mentorship/teaching qualification
- Degree or working towards
Desirable
- Nurse Diploma SRH
- STIF Intermediate competencies
Experience
Essential
- Experience in sexual and reproductive health at Band 5
- Currently practising in the speciality
- Proven ability to participate in the audit process
- Teaching and assessment of pre and post registration students
Desirable
- Participated in research
- Management experience
- Experience at undertaking staff Personal Development Reviews/ Appraisal
- HIV nursing experience
- Gynaecological nursing experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Current and in depth knowledge of sexual and reproductive health
- Current and in-depth knowledge of issues relating to confidentiality & consent
- Current and in-depth knowledge of current local and national safeguarding processes/policy and guidance relating to under 16's, under 18's and vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Understanding of risk management/ clinical governance
- Knowledge of current national developments in sexual health services
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
