We are seeking a Consultant in Genito-Urinary Medicine & HIV to join our well-established multidisciplinary team delivering integrated sexual health and HIV services across Somerset
The post is based within SWISH and the Starling HIV service, both of which are undergoing an exciting phase of development and integration. Our service operates from a main hub in Taunton, alongside a newly opened hub in Yeovil (opened March 2026). This expansion has supported the ongoing transition of HIV care into community settings and strengthened the integration between sexual health and HIV services
Location: Somerset Wide Integrated Sexual Health (SWISH) and HIV (Starling) Service
Contract: Permanent
Clinical Base & Team Structure
You will join an existing HIV Consultant within the service
The role includes 2 days per week based at the Yeovil hub, serving the east of the county
The Yeovil area has significant unmet sexual health needs, providing a valuable opportunity to shape and enhance service provision
You will work closely with the Consultant in Community Sexual & Reproductive Health (CSRH) based at the Yeovil site to support service development
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to join the service as we:
Expand community-based HIV care
Strengthen integration between sexual health and HIV services
Develop innovative approaches to meet population health needs
Invest in new facilities and service models
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality clinical care in GUM and HIV across Somerset
Support the continued integration of SWISH and Starling services
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Contribute to service development, particularly in areas of high unmet need
Clinical Duties
Provide care and treatment for patients with STIs presenting in an integrated sexual health service including PREP, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEPSE) for HIV infection, DoxyPEP.
Provide advice and guidance for the wider team on complex cases, reviewing where necessary.
To provide telephone and e-mail advice for other health care professionals e.g., GPs, secondary care, pharmacists.
To work as part of the sexual health and HIV service to cover emergency work during working hours
Providing HIV care and treatment according to service needs and individual competency.
Cross cover for annual, study and emergency sick leave, taking account of all medical staff in the service
Counsel and advise on termination of pregnancy and refer on to appropriate services.
To provide counselling, initiation and continuation of contraception including emergency contraception.
To work collaboratively with clinical teams to develop innovative pathways in sexual health and HIV.
Encouraged to develop a special interest based on service needs
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
* Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting Job Description for further information on this post, including an outline of the duties of the role and an indicative job plan. The Job Description also contains greater detail relating to the organisation and delivery of the SWISH & Starling service as well outlining the other clinical staff working within the department. It gives information regarding Somerset Foundation Trust and its values. On the final page are contact details of relevant staff should you wish to discuss the post further or arrange a visit to the department and we would welcome contact from prospective candidates.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* *Full GMC registration with Licence to practice
* *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Genito-Urinary medicine via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date), CESR or European Community Rights
* *MRCP (UK) or equivalent
* *Dip GUM
* *Dip HIV
* *LoC Med Ed (Letter of Competence in Medical Education) or PGEA (Postgraduate Education Accreditation) in Medical Education
* *An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent).
* *BASHH registered trainer
* *LoC SDI-IR
* *Dip CoSRH
Experience
* *Wide experience in management of STIs including complex conditions.
* *Ability to take full and independent clinical care of patients with GU and contraception related conditions.
* *Experience in HIV care and treatment
* *Providing GU and HIV advice to colleagues, including nurses and other health care professionals
* *Counselling and provision of emergency contraception
* *Counselling and signposting all methods of contraception including LARC.
* *Excellent written and oral communication skills
* *experience of providing visible leadership on GU matters to MDT colleagues
* *experience of managing the review and implementation of governance procedures and policies*Experience in insertion and removal of contraceptive implants and coils
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.
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