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Registered Nurse - Sexual Health Development Post

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Sunderland, SR4 7TPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

27 October 2026

8 days left

Job description

THIS VACANCY IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INTERNATIONAL NURSES WISHING TO JOIN THE TRUST AS AN ADAPTATION NURSE. THESE VACANCIES WILL BE ADVERTISED VIA NHS JOB...

You will deliver holistic sexual health and reproductive healthcare to

individuals attending the Service. This will be achieved through comprehensive

assessment, care planning, implementation of treatment and evaluation of

outcomes. You will undertake a structured training

programme to develop the specialist knowledge and clinical competencies

required to provide high-quality sexual health care.

the completion of relevant training and competency assessments, you will provide a range of sexual health interventions including the

administration and/or supply of all methods of contraception, insertion,

removal and replacement of contraceptive implants, sexual health screening,

testing and treatment. The role will involve undertaking male and female

genital examinations, performing and interpreting microscopy,

obtaining cervical cytology samples, and contributing to the management of

sexually transmitted infections.

You will promote sexual health and wellbeing through the provision of

health promotion, education and prevention advice, supporting patients to make

informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health. They will identify

and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, working in partnership with

statutory and voluntary agencies to protect vulnerable adults and children.

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,

and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we

may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Experience

Essential

  • Clinically credible with experience as a Band 5 registered nurse in a relevant clinical setting.
  • Experience of prioritising and managing a workload within a busy clinical environment.
  • Experience of safeguarding adults and / or children.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a Sexual Health Service.
  • Experience of working within Gynaecology.
  • Evidence of an interest in sexual health, reproductive healthcare or public health through previous experience, CPD, training, shadowing or service development activities.

Physical Skills

Essential

  • Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.
  • Full UK Driving Licence with access to vehicle that can be used for work purposes.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration (Level 1 Adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly-qualified.
  • Degree in Nursing studies or relevant clinical Degree or evidence that currently working towards this (UK equivalent).

Desirable

  • Mentorship certificate / Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
  • Clinical teaching experience.
  • Advanced Diploma in Sexual Health / Contraception or equivalent.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.
  • Be competent in venepuncture.
  • Able to work without supervision.
  • Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office.
  • Evidence of CPD.
  • Knowledge of national Health and Social Care policy.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

13 October 2026

Last checked

15 October 2026

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About the employer

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South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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