Job summaryWe have a great opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, committed and flexible Registered Nurse to join our Team at Crawley Hospital, West Sussex Integrated Sexual Health Service.
The successful candidate will be placed on a supportive and structured education and training pathway, centred on reflective supervision, clinical skills and research. We offer full training in Genito-Urinary Medicine and support with completing the FSRH Diploma in Contraception and Sexual Health. On completion of relevant competencies will progress to Band 6.
We would also be pleased to hear from you if you already have some Sexual Health experience and wish to develop your skills.
You will have substantial post registration experience at Band 5 and enjoy working as part of a team.
The unit is open 6 days a week so you will need to be flexible with your working hours and occasionally be prepared to travel across the region for training or meetings.
Crawley Sexual Health Department is part of the West Sussex Integrated Sexual Health Service which also has hub clinics in Worthing and Chichester as well as some spoke clinics across the region.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder provides nursing advice and support to clients attending the Integrated Sexual Health Service, providing a comprehensive client centred service, which will give up to date, accurate evidence to provide and deliver factual and current information on all methods of contraception, sexual health, health promotion, health checks and other relevant services which will lead to empowering clients to make their own decision and appropriate choice.
About usAt UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Date posted: 02 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 279-8106083-JUL26
Job locations: Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley, RH11 7DH, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilities**\*\* We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses \*\**
The post holder will be guided by the Team Manager in working on the continued development of the Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) within the locality (hub and spokes).
As part of the wider ISHS team they will work towards ensuring service provision meets the Key Performance Targets and professionally recognised standards and services in line with National and local strategy, the Department of Health 15 Steps quality criteria and supports Patient First, a trust-wide approach to improving the quality of care offered to patients. The post holder follows national and local policy. They will liaise with a number of partnership agencies and practitioners, particularly those working with clients under the age of 18.
The post holder will demonstrate knowledge in the assessment, development, care, delivery and evaluation of programmes of care for clients of all ages, sometimes working in settings which are nurse only delivered. They will also share knowledge and skills with all staff within the ISHS and those clients attending or being supported by the integrated sexual health services.
They will provide line management as necessary with support and advice to the Band 3 nursing staff working within the area.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Person SpecificationQualifications- Essential
- substantial post registration Study at degree level or equivalent level of knowledge
- Desirable
- Recognised qualifications in areas of relevance. Eg GUM, CASH, HIV Certificates in teaching and assessing/ Mentorship
Knowledge, Training and Experience- Essential
- Post qualification experience
- Maintains a portfolio of work experience
- Management experience
- Experience of working in sexual health providing GUM and contraceptive care or Band 5 experience in related speciality
- Desirable
- Use of PGDs
- Competent in utilisation of CaSH knowledge and skills Microscopy
- Wart Treatment
Communication and Relationship Skills- Essential
- Adept in handling difficult and sensitive information from patients where developed persuasive, negotiating, empathy and motivational and re-assurance skills are required whilst supporting the patient who may be angry or upset.
- Desirable
- Knowledge and ability to apply Fraser competencies for those aged 16 and under.
Analytical and Judgmental- Essential
- Able to complete patient assessment and advise on an appropriate range of options
- Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion- Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Desirable
Job descriptionJob responsibilities**\*\* We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses \*\**
The post holder will be guided by the Team Manager in working on the continued development of the Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) within the locality (hub and spokes).
As part of the wider ISHS team they will work towards ensuring service provision meets the Key Performance Targets and professionally recognised standards and services in line with National and local strategy, the Department of Health 15 Steps quality criteria and supports Patient First, a trust-wide approach to improving the quality of care offered to patients. The post holder follows national and local policy. They will liaise with a number of partnership agencies and practitioners, particularly those working with clients under the age of 18.
The post holder will demonstrate knowledge in the assessment, development, care, delivery and evaluation of programmes of care for clients of all ages, sometimes working in settings which are nurse only delivered. They will also share knowledge and skills with all staff within the ISHS and those clients attending or being supported by the integrated sexual health services.
They will provide line management as necessary with support and advice to the Band 3 nursing staff working within the area.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Person SpecificationQualifications- Essential
- substantial post registration Study at degree level or equivalent level of knowledge
- Desirable
- Recognised qualifications in areas of relevance. Eg GUM, CASH, HIV Certificates in teaching and assessing/ Mentorship
Knowledge, Training and Experience- Essential
- Post qualification experience
- Maintains a portfolio of work experience
- Management experience
- Experience of working in sexual health providing GUM and contraceptive care or Band 5 experience in related speciality
- Desirable
- Use of PGDs
- Competent in utilisation of CaSH knowledge and skills Microscopy
- Wart Treatment
Communication and Relationship Skills- Essential
- Adept in handling difficult and sensitive information from patients where developed persuasive, negotiating, empathy and motivational and re-assurance skills are required whilst supporting the patient who may be angry or upset.
- Desirable
- Knowledge and ability to apply Fraser competencies for those aged 16 and under.
Analytical and Judgmental- Essential
- Able to complete patient assessment and advise on an appropriate range of options
- Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion- Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Desirable
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).
Employer detailsEmployer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley, RH11 7DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley, RH11 7DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Team Manager Sexual Health
Mark Swann
mark.swann1@nhs.net
01293600300
Date posted: 02 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 279-8106083-JUL26
Job locations: Crawley Hospital, West Green Drive, Crawley, RH11 7DH, United Kingdom
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