Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking specialist nurse to join our Health Advisor/ Clinical Nurse Specialist team. This is a developmental role, offering full support to complete comprehensive training in all aspects of sexual health within a two-year timescale.
Based in Slough, we are a busy level 3 sexual health service, with additional satellite clinics in Windsor, Maidenhead, Ascot, and Bracknell and we operate Monday to Friday, with one Saturday shift every 4 to 6 weeks.
Given the sensitive nature of the role, we are looking for candidates who are open-minded, non-judgmental, and capable of working in a highly confidential environment. Previous experience in family planning or sexual health within a GUM setting is desirable.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll have access to excellent training opportunities, including non-medical prescriber training.
Every day is different, with a variety of cases including STI testing and treatment, HIV care, and contraception services therefore offering you a chance to grow and refine your skills.
We also prioritise our employee's wellbeing, offering some of the best resources to support you. Our Trust values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver a high standard of sexual reproductive healthcare to patients accessing the sexual health service.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic, non-judgmental care, while upholding professional and ethical standards. Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members.
Manage pathology results, ensuring patients receive accurate information, advice, treatment, and support following an STI diagnosis.
Supervise and mentor junior staff and nursing students, taking on an active leadership role within the nursing team.
While primarily based at the Garden Clinic in Slough, you may need to travel to clinics in Bracknell, Windsor, and Maidenhead. A UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes is desirable.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll occasionally close roles early that have a high number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Registered Adult Nurse.
- Evidence of special interest in sexual health.
- Extensive post qualification experience.
- High levels of effective communication, influencing & interpersonal skills.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Sunita Baniya on 0300 365 7777 or email: sunita.baniya@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Registered Adult Nurse.
- Evidence of special interest in sexual health.
- Extensive post qualification experience.
- High levels of effective communication, influencing & interpersonal skills.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Sunita Baniya on 0300 365 7777 or email: sunita.baniya@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Desirable
- Sexual Health qualification in SRH or undertaking SRH qualification.
- Sexual Health qualification in GUM
- Sexual Health qualification in HIV
- Active on mentor register
- Teaching qualification, eg ENB SLICE/998 and/or teaching experience
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification -or willing to work towards
- Higher degree in related field
Previous Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience.
Desirable
- Significant Experience in sexual and reproductive Health.
- Experience of Working as Health Advisor
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of special interest in Sexual health
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to deliver holistic care and promote independence.
- Work collaboratively with peers.
- Role model being highly visible, approachable, and communicative at all levels.
- IT, written, and oral skills including presentations.
- Able to use IT and related software to support data collection.
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Car driver with use of a car for work purpose.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Desirable
- Sexual Health qualification in SRH or undertaking SRH qualification.
- Sexual Health qualification in GUM
- Sexual Health qualification in HIV
- Active on mentor register
- Teaching qualification, eg ENB SLICE/998 and/or teaching experience
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification -or willing to work towards
- Higher degree in related field
Previous Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience.
Desirable
- Significant Experience in sexual and reproductive Health.
- Experience of Working as Health Advisor
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of special interest in Sexual health
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to deliver holistic care and promote independence.
- Work collaboratively with peers.
- Role model being highly visible, approachable, and communicative at all levels.
- IT, written, and oral skills including presentations.
- Able to use IT and related software to support data collection.
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Car driver with use of a car for work purpose.
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).
