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Healthcare Support Worker Apprentice - Wakefield Sexual Health
Spectrum Community Health CIC View all jobs
Posted 29 day(s) ago
Reference: 847-RM-26-V965
Job summary
This is an apprentice role band 2. Band 3 on completion of training requirements.
The post holder will provide support and clinical care to the service users and staff within Wakefield Integrated Sexual Health team under the supervision of a clinician. The post holder will also provide some administrative and clerical support as required.
Experience of SystmOne is advantageous however will training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
Support the delivery of clinical care in the Sexual Health Service. The role willinclude chaperoning, obtaining samples and assisting medical and nursing staff in the provision of contraception and the management of sexually transmitted infections.
Maintain stock levels and stock control within the unit.
This post includes working across a range of services.
About us
BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE
Join 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)
- 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 Mission
Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities
Our Vision
Quality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.
Details
Date posted
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
847-RM-26-V965
Job locations
Wakefield Integrated Sexual Health
Trinity Walk Clinic
Wakefield
WF1 1QS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the advertised role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the advertised role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Genuine interest and desire to work in GUM/Contraception Specialism - this should be displayed in both application and interview.
- Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience (e.g.GCSE grade 9-4)
- Prepared to study and complete Level 3 qualification (equivalent to A Level/BTEC National level)
Desirable
- CDL/Elite
- Typing RSA 1
- Qualification in Mathematics & English language (or be prepared to obtain through apprenticeship)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding confidentiality
- Understanding of basic Sexual health issues.
Desirable
- In depth knowledge of the range of contraception and sexually transmitted infections
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
- Confident and able to communicate with a range of people
- Can demonstrate they are able to work in an organised and methodical way, multitasking as necessary
- Computer literate, and confident in using a range of Microsoft Office programmes and electronic patient records/effective typist.
- Previous experience communicating with the general public face to face or via telephone
Desirable
- Phlebotomy
- Stock control and ordering of supplies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Genuine interest and desire to work in GUM/Contraception Specialism - this should be displayed in both application and interview.
- Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience (e.g.GCSE grade 9-4)
- Prepared to study and complete Level 3 qualification (equivalent to A Level/BTEC National level)
Desirable
- CDL/Elite
- Typing RSA 1
- Qualification in Mathematics & English language (or be prepared to obtain through apprenticeship)
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding confidentiality
- Understanding of basic Sexual health issues.
Desirable
- In depth knowledge of the range of contraception and sexually transmitted infections
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
- Confident and able to communicate with a range of people
- Can demonstrate they are able to work in an organised and methodical way, multitasking as necessary
- Computer literate, and confident in using a range of Microsoft Office programmes and electronic patient records/effective typist.
- Previous experience communicating with the general public face to face or via telephone
Desirable
- Phlebotomy
- Stock control and ordering of supplies.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Spectrum Community Health CIC
Address
Wakefield Integrated Sexual Health
Trinity Walk Clinic
Wakefield
WF1 1QS
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Spectrum Community Health CIC
Address
Wakefield Integrated Sexual Health
Trinity Walk Clinic
Wakefield
WF1 1QS
United Kingdom