Contraception and sexual health nurse (CASH) in Darlaston

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Contraception and sexual health nurse (CASH)

NHS AfC: Band 6

Main area Contraception and sexual health Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Staurday) Job ref 407-WCCSS-8304160

Site sexual health Town Walsall Salary £39,959 - £48,117 none Salary period Yearly Closing 31/10/2026 23:59

Walsall Manor Hospital is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services. The Trust primarily serves the immediate population of Walsall with some patients requiring more specialised treatment at other, neighbouring Trusts. The Trust continues to invest in its facilities and services, supporting high-quality care for the communities it serves.

This role offers the opportunity to work within our integrated care model, contributing to high-quality services that help people remain independent in their own homes and communities.

We are committed to investing in our workforce and creating an environment where colleagues can learn, contribute and develop. Our new Urgent Emergency Care Centre, opened in March 2023, demonstrates our ongoing investment in facilities and services.

As an employee, you’ll benefit from an attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package (detailed in Employer Description above), plus access to NHS pension arrangements and staff accommodation where available.

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant, currently holding the Bronze Award, underlining our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community.

RESPECT – COMPASSION – TEAMWORK – PROFESSIONALISM

Job overview

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.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main 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

• 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
• Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting

knowledge and experience

• Demonstratable experience working in a contraception and sexual health service, to include experience of; working to Patient Group Directions working with young people in a clinical professional role working within a safeguarding framework with vulnerable at-risk clients

skills and aptitude

• Able to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute effectively with internal/external multi professional teams, demonstrating effective leadership skill

Please note your application will be transferred from the NHS Jobs system to the internal Walsall Healthcare Trac System. All correspondence will be sent via Trac.

Sponsorship and Visas

We welcome applications from all candidates with the right to work in the UK, including those on Health and Care Visas, Graduate Visas, or other valid permissions. All candidates will be considered on equal terms.

This Trust currently recruits successfully from the domestic labour market and has a sufficient pool of suitably qualified candidates for Band 3 roles. Visa sponsorship is therefore not available for this role currently. Candidates who already hold the right to work in the UK, including those on an existing Health and Care Visa, Graduate Visa, or any other valid permission are welcome to apply and will be considered on equal terms. This position is reviewed regularly in line with Home Office guidance. Right to work will be verified at each stage of the recruitment and monitored throughout employment. All candidates who are offered a position will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK as part of the pre-employment checks process. Where a candidates' right to work is derived from another person’s immigration permission, the Trust will discuss the implications of this with the candidate before a permanent post is confirmed, to ensure that both parties understand the terms on which employment can be sustained.

Recruitment and Selection Approach

In line with best practice and regulatory guidance, our selection process is fair, consistent and based on your ability to perform the role, contribute to the organisation and your potential for development.

What to expect

• Application screening: Your application will be reviewed against the person specification
• Interview: Typically, a panel interview with competency-based and values-based questions
• Assessment: Role-dependent assessments may include practical tasks or presentations
• Timeline: We aim to complete the process within 47 days of the closing date. Recruitment Journey is attached to all live vacancies.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates at any stage. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name tanya Grainger Job title Senior sister/Manager Email address tanya.grainger@nhs.net Telephone number 721172 6039

If you have problems applying, contact

Address Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Manor Hospital
Moat Road
Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 9PS
Telephone 07890305746

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