Job summary
An exciting new role has been established as part of the colposcopy service at Barnsley Hospital for a Band 6 Trainee Nurse Colposcopist.
This role is to undertake a training programme and the outcome will be that the successful candidate becomes a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist and progresses to a Band 8a that takes on the role as the Cervical Screening Provider Lead for the Trust. The Job Descriptions for these roles will be shared at interview.
The successful candidate for the role will be supported to complete (if not done already), the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP) training programme and the North of England Pathology and Screening Education Centre (NEPSEC) Cervical Sample Taker Initial Training course (that must be completed within a 9-month period from commencement).
If you're passionate about women's health and committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The Colposcopy Service at Barnsley is highly regarded and provides a quality service for patients in Barnsley. The colposcopy team is made up of four consultants, one specialist and one colposcopy nurse specialist.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake the required training to eventually become a Colposcopy Clinical Nurse Specialist and the Cervical Screening Provider Lead for the trust
Learn to lead and coordinate the colposcopy service, ensuring seamless and high-quality patient care
Maintain adherence to national standards for patient safety and clinical practice, including preparing and reporting on national audits and reports
Develop the skills to collaborate with the whole Colposcopy team to support the development and delivery of the cervical screening service, aligning with NHS England Service specifications
Develop the knowledge and skills to provide senior clinical leadership, expert advice, and ongoing support to the nursing team and the broader multi-professional team, facilitating the delivery of safe, compassionate, and effective care
A full job description for this trainee role is attached to this advert and the Band 7 and Band 8a job descriptions will be shared with candidates at interview.
For any questions relating to the role please do not hesitate to contact the department. Contact details are included in this advert.
The interview date for this role will be Thursday 9th April 2026.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
We reserve the right to close positions early
Details
Date posted
26 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C E-02-26
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RN 1st level
* IV additives certificate
* Teaching Qualification, Practice Assessor Qualification
Experience
Essential
* Extensive years experience in Gynaecology or other relevant agreed specialty/setting
* Experience of change management
* Experience of minor Gynaecological procedures e.g. Cervical cytology
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
* Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
* Knowledge of and adherence to the uniform policy
* Knowledge of Health and Safety
* Knowledge of confidentiality
* Knowledge of risk management
* Knowledge of current NHS nursing agenda
* Knowledge of the NHSCSP and BSCCP guidelines
* Knowledge of the CMT Business plan
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* Good time management
* Methodical and give attention to detail
Desirable
* Basic counselling skills
Values based questions
Essential
* In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
* In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* RN 1st level
* IV additives certificate
* Teaching Qualification, Practice Assessor Qualification
Experience
Essential
* Extensive years experience in Gynaecology or other relevant agreed specialty/setting
* Experience of change management
* Experience of minor Gynaecological procedures e.g. Cervical cytology
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
* Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
* Knowledge of and adherence to the uniform policy
* Knowledge of Health and Safety
* Knowledge of confidentiality
* Knowledge of risk management
* Knowledge of current NHS nursing agenda
* Knowledge of the NHSCSP and BSCCP guidelines
* Knowledge of the CMT Business plan
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* Good time management
* Methodical and give attention to detail
Desirable
* Basic counselling skills
Values based questions
Essential
* In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
* In around 100 words please describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
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.
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.
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
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
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Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
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