Job summaryMaternity leave cover, 12 month fixed term post.We are seeking a Health Advisor in Sexual Health to join Spectrum Community Health CIC. Our digital strategy implementation has enhanced the ability to work successfully off site, and we believe that this innovative position is one of the first in the county and as such requires someone who is innovative, dynamic, prepared to think differently and able to engage colleagues and patients when working off site.
The post will cover 12 month fixed term maternity leave and is Agenda for Change Band 6, managing and delivering Health Advisor centered care to patients within the team and the wider external population and community assets. We have an innovative approach to clinical provision with a strong digital strategy which contributes to the flexibility of patient care, but also work/life balance. You will be part of a wider sexual health team within Spectrum, which includes peer engagement from our other Health Advisors, including Senior Health Advisors, in Barnsley and Wakefield.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will provide an outpatient model of sexual health advisor care, providing care and clinical management plans for all patients regardless of how they have accessed care (e.g online/Face to face, telephone appointments). Focusing on achieving excellent partner notification outcomes and infection transmission disruption. The post holder will work within the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the development and maintenance of high-quality clinical environment and provide senior health advisor input into service delivery, supporting medical, nursing and administrative colleagues. You will also be fully engaged with and contribute to supporting our commissioning, and other stakeholder colleagues in matters relating to public health, infection prevention and control, which may include engagement in wider community, local and national strategy to prevent and control sexually transmitted infections and other Public Health Outcomes relating to sexual health. The successful candidate will possess a professional registration and/or experience and/or training in a Health Advisor role in a Level 3 Sexual Health provision.
About usBE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCAREJoin our team
We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.
Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you!
- Access to NHS Pension
- Time for you day (additional day off)
- Welcome payment for some posts
- Refer a friend scheme
- Training and Development opportunities
- Flexible Working
- Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
- Up to 33 days annual leave
Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.
We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.
Our MissionHolistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities
Our VisionQuality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.
DetailsDate posted: 08 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 847-RM-26-V938
Job locations: Wakefield Sexual Health, Trinity Walk, Wakefield, WF1 1QS, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant degree qualification
- Basic education to GCSE level
Desirable- Relevant community qualifications e.g Public Health Specialist Practitioner
Knowledge and SkillsEssential- Excellent verbal and written communication / interpersonal skills
- Good counselling skills
- Proven leadership skills
- Excellent team working skills
ExperienceEssential- Minimum of 2 years' experience at senior band 5 or equivalent preferably within specialty
- Experience in Sexual Health
- Experience in managing a caseload of patients
- Firm understanding of confidentiality
- Experience of Partner Notification
Desirable- Relevant community experience
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
