Band 5 - Health Adviser Assistant
56 Dean Street, London W1D 6AQ
56 Dean Street is an award winning HIV and Sexual Health service based in Soho in the heart of London’s West End.
We are looking for skilled and dynamic Health Advisor Assistants to join our team.
Responsibilities
* To assess individual patient needs and requirements without supervision.
* To be competent in the following, with appropriate training: Venepuncture, Point of care testing, Asymptomatic screening.
* To facilitate effective communication with the multi‑disciplinary team to ensure appropriate input into patient care discussions.
* To provide information to patients diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection: how they are acquired, transmitted and treated.
* To provide effective partner notification to ensure contact(s) attendance and treatment as detailed in the PN policy.
* The Health Adviser Assistant will be the point of contact for recalling patients diagnosed with STIs requiring treatment or follow‑up with partner notification to ensure the attendance and treatment of contacts.
* To manage the Text results service offered to patients, discuss issues with patients diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections including HIV for information, health education, risk reduction and support by telephone.
* To respond to patients in crisis when they ring the advisers, assess and refer where appropriate.
* To take on project and audit work as negotiated with the Senior Health Adviser.
* To provide HIV testing including pre‑ and post‑test discussion and undertake an asymptomatic sexual health screen including venepuncture and processing samples.
Qualifications
Previous experience is essential in HIV/Sexual Health, managing positive results, and being able to offer skilled compassionate advice and care to our service users.
Employment Details
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.
If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful.
This advert closes on Tuesday 25 Nov 2025
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