Job summary
The post will be integrated into the sexual health service and as such the post holder will be required to provide evidence-based specialist sexual health care for patients attending sexual health clinics for young people. The post holder must be prepared to work in clinics and other settings including outreach as required.

To assess contraceptive/sexual health needs of clients.

To work within the contraception and sexual health clinics offering advice and treatments to the public who request contraception and sexual healthcare.

To act in a responsible manner, being courteous at all times with sensitivity towards the needs of the individual patient, recognising their right to dignity and privacy.

To undertake training to develop skills to deliver services autonomously

To provide training and education with multi-disciplinary teams outside of the clinical setting.

May be required to work some unsocial hours, including Saturdays.

Main duties of the job
As a Sexual Health Nurse, provide specialist, evidence-based care within nurse-led sexual and reproductive health services, supporting young people with contraception, sexual health, STI management, pregnancy choices, safeguarding concerns, and health promotion. Undertake comprehensive assessments, clinical examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and referral of patients, ensuring care is delivered safely and in line with national guidance, local policies, and professional standards.

The role includes supplying medication under Patient Group Directions and Nurse Prescribing frameworks, performing minor procedures including contraceptive implant insertions and removals, undertaking investigations, and managing complex clinical presentations. They must provide compassionate support to individuals receiving sensitive or difficult information and ensure patients are fully informed to make decisions about their care.

Contribute to clinical leadership within the service by supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, supervising competency development, and promoting effective communication across multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies. Support the referral triage through the Single Point of Contact, assessing and allocating referrals relating to sexual health, substance misuse, and child exploitation.

Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to performance monitoring, support student and staff learning, and act as a professional role model.

About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details
Date posted: 27 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 376-DCCG-0516

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: NMC registered nurse; Nursing degree; Diploma from College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare; Teaching qualification (ENB 998 or C&G 730) or mentorship Letter of Competence (LoC) in subdermal implant insertion and removal
• Desirable: Non-medical Prescribing qualification; Letter of Competence (LoC) in Intrauterine Contraception insertion; Counselling qualification; Leadership qualification

Experience

• Essential: Recent experience of working in sexual health; Able to demonstrate competency in supply of treatments by Patient Group Directions (PGDs); Able to work autonomously; Ability to educate users/patients, staff, other professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies; Evidence of continuous professional development and clinical competence; Teaching / assessing / supervising experience; Experience of working within a Clinical Governance framework; Evidence of collaborative working; Experience of leading a team and managing their day-to-day activities to ensure smooth running of a service.
• Desirable: Experience of research and audit; Experience of performing presentations to internal and external audiences; Experience of working with young people in a non-NHS environment

Knowledge

• Essential: Working knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct, Confidentiality and Administration of Medicine; Working knowledge of the Law relating to child protection issues in sexual health; Specialist clinical knowledge in sexual health and/or related specialties; Confidence in self to work with multi disciplinary, multi-agency groups; Open non-judgemental attitude
• Desirable: Has a proven ability to work in a sexual health context with adults and young people

Skills

• Advanced clinical assessment and decision making skills within sexual and reproductive healthcare
• Ability to assess, diagnose, treat and appropriately refer patients presenting with a range of sexual health and contraceptive needs
• Competence in contraceptive provision, including use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and/or Nurse Prescribing qualifications
• Ability to undertake and interpret sexual health screening and investigations
• Strong triage and risk assessment skills, including management of complex and urgent presentations
• Knowledge of safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, including referral pathways and multi-agency working
• Excellent communication, counselling and interpersonal skills, including the ability to discuss sensitive and confidential matters
• Ability to support patients receiving difficult or distressing information
• Sound understanding of evidence-based practice, NICE guidance, clinical governance, and professional accountability
• Ability to manage competing priorities and organise workload within a busy clinical environment
• Accurate documentation and IT skills, including electronic patient record systems
• Ability to work autonomously whilst recognising own limitations and seeking support where appropriate
• Experience of multidisciplinary and partnership working
• Teaching, mentoring and clinical supervision skills
• Ability to contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement activities

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: The Flying Scotsman Health Centre, St Sepulchre Gate West, Doncaster, DN1 3AP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Team Leader: Ashleigh Beck
ashleigh.beck2@nhs.net
03000213032

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