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Contraception and sexual health nurse (CASH)
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2413168
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available for a suitably qualified Contraception and sexual health nurse to join our friendly team.
Our aim is to promote the health and particularly the sexual health of Adults, young people and those most vulnerable to sexual health concerns through providing information, education and outreach,counselling, confidential clinical and medical services, professional advice and training.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning,treatment implementation and evaluation of patient care demonstrating evidence based/best practice.
To adhere to Walsall Healthcare NHS policies, procedures, protocols and patient group directives in order to promote the quality of the patient experience ensuring the highest standard.
Mentoring continuous professional development of individual team members and assisting in the continued development of the Walsall Integrated Sexual Health Service.
To maintain effective channels of communication with the wider multi-professional team.
The post holder will be responsible for providing services for contraception and sexual health at Walsall Integrated Sexual Health.
About us
As the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a Trust making a genuine difference to local health outcomes. The Trust is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services, alongside extensive community services.
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Our strategy is aligned to delivering exceptional care together while supporting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We offer clear career development pathways, access to training and education, and opportunities to contribute to service innovation and improvement.
Details
Date posted
08 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year none
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
407-WCCSS-8304160
Job locations
sexual health
Pleck rd
Walsall
WS2 9ES
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for the assessment of clients needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care.
Demonstrate judgement skills when interpreting and performing acute or complex patient assessments and care planning, choosing from a range of options.
Work independently within nurse led clinics delivering specialist care to clients for all Contraception & Sexual Health needs.
Supply contraceptive methods and treatments for sexual transmitted infections from the Patient Group Directives, considering cost quality and the reliability of supplied items. This will include implant insertions and the removal of contraceptive devices.
Maintain accurate and up to date nursing electronic and manual records, patient confidentiality, and statistical records as required by the service.
Work with other professionals to promote multidisciplinary working, appropriate skills transference, and the creation and use of care pathways.
Recognise the need to refer clients to the safeguarding team in the case of suspected child abuse and or sexual exploitation OR OTHER Safeguarding concerns.
Assist in the implantation of strategies for quality assurance, clinical governance and quality audit.
Contribute to service developments and assist in the co-ordination of their implementation.
Undertake additional training as required to meet the needs of the patient and register any additional skills acquired because of enhanced practice e.g. cervical cytology, pregnancy counselling and ultrasound scanning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for the assessment of clients needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care.
Demonstrate judgement skills when interpreting and performing acute or complex patient assessments and care planning, choosing from a range of options.
Work independently within nurse led clinics delivering specialist care to clients for all Contraception & Sexual Health needs.
Supply contraceptive methods and treatments for sexual transmitted infections from the Patient Group Directives, considering cost quality and the reliability of supplied items. This will include implant insertions and the removal of contraceptive devices.
Maintain accurate and up to date nursing electronic and manual records, patient confidentiality, and statistical records as required by the service.
Work with other professionals to promote multidisciplinary working, appropriate skills transference, and the creation and use of care pathways.
Recognise the need to refer clients to the safeguarding team in the case of suspected child abuse and or sexual exploitation OR OTHER Safeguarding concerns.
Assist in the implantation of strategies for quality assurance, clinical governance and quality audit.
Contribute to service developments and assist in the co-ordination of their implementation.
Undertake additional training as required to meet the needs of the patient and register any additional skills acquired because of enhanced practice e.g. cervical cytology, pregnancy counselling and ultrasound scanning.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Faculty of Reproductive Sexual Healthcare (FSRH) Letter of Competence or equivalent qualification in Sub-dermal contraceptive implants (or successful completion of SDI training within 12 months of commencing post)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation (STIF) Course (or successful completion of the STIF course within 12 months of commencing post)
- Current Nurse and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting
knowledge and experience
Essential
- Demonstratable experience working in a contraception and sexual health service, to include experience of; o working to Patient Group Directions o working with young people in a clinical professional role o working within a safeguarding framework with vulnerable at-risk clients
skills and aptitude
Essential
- Able to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute effectively with internal/external multi professional teams, demonstrating effective leadership skill
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Faculty of Reproductive Sexual Healthcare (FSRH) Letter of Competence or equivalent qualification in Sub-dermal contraceptive implants (or successful completion of SDI training within 12 months of commencing post)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation (STIF) Course (or successful completion of the STIF course within 12 months of commencing post)
- Current Nurse and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting
knowledge and experience
Essential
- Demonstratable experience working in a contraception and sexual health service, to include experience of; o working to Patient Group Directions o working with young people in a clinical professional role o working within a safeguarding framework with vulnerable at-risk clients
skills and aptitude
Essential
- Able to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute effectively with internal/external multi professional teams, demonstrating effective leadership skill
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
sexual health
Pleck rd
Walsall
WS2 9ES
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
sexual health
Pleck rd
Walsall
WS2 9ES
United Kingdom