Sexual Health Nurse (Development Post) | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £28,407 - £34,581 p.a. |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Weymouth, DT4 7TB |
| Cwmni: | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7247353/152-C09025 |
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Full-Time Band 5 to our dynamic Sexual Health Team. This is a developmental role for an Integrated Sexual Health Nurse.
As a Band 5 Practitioner you will want to develop your skills to a Band 6 Practitioner. A comprehensive and tailored developmental programme will be followed, gaining national qualifications in Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and HIV.
You will work as part of our integrated team and participate in the clinical decision-making process to determine the most appropriate care for all service users who attend our community hubs.
We are looking to recruit somebody who is motivated, enthusiastic and has a genuine interest in Sexual Health.
We have clinics in Weymouth, Bridport, Blandford and Shaftesbury so you will need to have access to a vehicle and have a full driving licence. Our Integrated Sexual Health Service offers: Contraception. Sexual Health screening, diagnosis, advice and treatment. Specialist HIV Service amongst other specialities.
If you wish to develop your skills and work in a learning environment that encourages you to use those skills, then please apply!
To gain clinical and theoretical knowledge in the speciality and to work in a supervised capacity to undertake the duties of a sexual health nurse.
To undertake a training role within the department and work towards nationally recognised competencies in sexual and reproductive health, including sexually transmitted infections and methods of contraception.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Jun 2025