Job summary Full Time (part time may be considered)? Location:The Garden Clinic, Upton Hospital, Slough SL1 2BJ We are seeking an enthusiastic andforward-thinkingspecialist nurse to join our sexual health team.Based in Slough, we are a busy level 3 sexual health service, with additional satellite clinics in Windsor, Maidenhead, Ascot, and Bracknell and we operate Monday to Friday, with one Saturday shift every 4 to 6 weeks. Given the sensitive nature of the role, we are looking for candidates who are open-minded, non-judgmental, and capable of working in a highly confidential environment. Previous experience in family planning or sexual health within a GUM setting is desirable. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll have access to excellent training opportunities, including non-medical prescriber training. Every day is different, with a variety of cases including STI testing and treatment, HIV care, and contraception services therefore offering you a chance to grow and refine your skills. We also prioritise our employee's wellbeing, offering some of the best resources to support you. Our Trust values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for providing a high standard of sexual reproductive healthcare to patients accessing the sexual health service. The post holder will be expected to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team offering holistic, non-judgemental sexual health care demonstrating professional and ethical responsibilities and to build and maintain good working functional relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will be expected to supervise and mentor junior staff and nursing students, and to take an active role in the leadership and management of the nursing team. This post involves working at the Garden Clinic in Slough, but you may be required to travel to work at locality clinics in Bracknell, Windsor, and Maidenhead. It is desirable that you be a car driver with the use of a car for work purpose About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,205 to £47,084 a year per annum (incl of HCAS) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 371-CHS800-A Job locations Sexual Health Nursing Slough SL1 2BJ Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Registered Nurse- Adult Sexual Health qualification in SRH/ undertaking SRH qualification. Extensive post qualification experience. Significant experience in sexual or reproductive Health. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: Registered Nurse- Adult Sexual Health qualification in SRH/ undertaking SRH qualification. Extensive post qualification experience. Significant experience in sexual or reproductive Health. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Registered Nurse- Adult Sexual Health qualification in SRH/ undertaking SRH qualification Desirable Sexual Health qualification in GUM Sexual Health qualification in HIV Contraception qualification Active on mentor register Teaching qualification, eg ENB SLICE/998 and/or teaching experience Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Independent Prescribing qualification -or willing to work towards Higher degree in related field Previous Experience Essential Extensive post qualification experience. Desirable Significant experience in sexual or reproductive Health. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Able to manage workload and support others. Good organisational skills High levels of effective communication, influencing & interpersonal skills Ability to deliver holistic care and promote independence. Work collaboratively with peers Role model being highly visible, approachable, and communicative at all levels. IT, written, and oral skills including presentations. Able to use IT and related software to support data collection. Additional Requirements Essential Car driver with use of a car for work purpose. Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Registered Nurse- Adult Sexual Health qualification in SRH/ undertaking SRH qualification Desirable Sexual Health qualification in GUM Sexual Health qualification in HIV Contraception qualification Active on mentor register Teaching qualification, eg ENB SLICE/998 and/or teaching experience Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Independent Prescribing qualification -or willing to work towards Higher degree in related field Previous Experience Essential Extensive post qualification experience. Desirable Significant experience in sexual or reproductive Health. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Able to manage workload and support others. Good organisational skills High levels of effective communication, influencing & interpersonal skills Ability to deliver holistic care and promote independence. Work collaboratively with peers Role model being highly visible, approachable, and communicative at all levels. IT, written, and oral skills including presentations. Able to use IT and related software to support data collection. Additional Requirements Essential Car driver with use of a car for work purpose. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address Sexual Health Nursing Slough SL1 2BJ Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)