Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Join us as a Community HIV Support Practitioner (Band 4) and become part of a dynamic, compassionate team supporting people living with HIV across Sussex.
We have two 22.5‑hour posts available, with one role based in Crawley and the other based in Brighton.
In this varied and meaningful role, you’ll provide high-quality clinical and educational support, help reduce health inequalities, and play a vital part in tackling HIV‑related stigma in the community. No two days are the same—whether you’re carrying out phlebotomy, supporting someone to manage their long‑term condition, delivering HIV awareness training, or collaborating with our multidisciplinary teams.
If you are motivated, person‑centred, and excited by the chance to work autonomously with the support of a specialist nurse, we’d love to hear from you.
Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
As a Community HIV Support Practitioner, You Will
Clinical & Patient-Facing Work
* Carry out phlebotomy and a range of delegated clinical tasks, including some solo community visits.
* Support personalised care plans, including medication adherence, self‑management and healthy lifestyle choices.
* Provide holistic support in partnership with HIV specialist nurses and other professionals.
* Escort or support service users to appointments when needed.
Communication, Education & Advocacy
* Build trusting, respectful relationships with people living with HIV.
* Communicate sensitively with service users, carers, and partner organisations.
* Help plan and deliver HIV education sessions across the Trust and wider community.
* Promote inclusion and challenge HIV‑related stigma.
Audit, Research & Administration
* Contribute to audits and research by collecting and recording data.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation using electronic record systems.
* Support general administrative tasks essential to high-quality service delivery.
Key Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Confidence with clinical tasks including (or working towards) phlebotomy
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Compassion, reliability and a commitment to reducing health inequalities
* Flexible, proactive and responsive to service needs
* IT literacy and accurate record‑keeping skills
A full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Sussex are essential.
Why work for us?
* Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
* Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex
* Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement
* Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
* Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
* Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
* Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
* Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast
Our values
Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
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