Job Overview
This is a substantive role for an RCN, who will work in a rapidly developing speciality of an Integrated Sexual Health Service in Essex, delivering contraception and sexual health to patients. The post holder will be based in Basildon clinic and also at our satellite clinics in Rayleigh and Canvey Island.
Main Duties of the Job
We are looking for an Integrated Sexual Health Nurse Specialist to work as part of our Integrated Sexual Health Service across South Essex. This post offers the opportunity for development and enhancement of clinical expertise and innovative practice within integrated sexual health care. The post holder will work within a specialist clinical team in a positive learning environment that will enable the development of skills to provide a high standard of integrated sexual health care.
Qualifications
* Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork in an NHS environment
* Skills in the assessment and treatment of clients
* Experience in organising and implementing training and teaching programmes for healthcare professionals and clients
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Working Hours and Pay
Agenda for Change Pay Band 6, dependent on experience, 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service, plus bank holidays
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of pensionable pay
* Staff discounts including Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits
* £8,000 relocation package if moving to Essex
* Season ticket loans interest‑free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail or bus
Work‑Life Flexibility
* Job share applications are welcomed
Additional Information
Certificates of Sponsorship are being prioritised for registered roles at this time.
As a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post; the amount will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust.
Any employee directly employed to work in a Care Home or required to be deployed to a CQC registered care home must have had both COVID vaccinations, unless exempt. This is a requirement of the role and will form part of pre‑employment checks.
Equal Opportunities
Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services and from people with disabilities. For application documents in other formats such as Braille or audio tape, please contact Recruitment.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes.
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If AI programmes are used, the application may be rejected as it is an important part of the assessment process.
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