Job summary The HCA within sexual health services will work in a busy integrated sexual health environment, within a multidisciplinary team. The staffing structure is designed to support the delivery of core services at the service hubs & spokes in at a variety of locations throughout Derbyshire. The post holder will be responsible for delivering planned, high-quality care that supports the service aim in providing an effective service that responds to the sexual health needs of all service users attending the department. Main duties of the job To be able to demonstrate through training, experience within the specialism of sexual health, the key STIs (including HIV), their transmission, clinical presentation, and diagnosis. Provide quality care and behave in a professional manner at all times in order to meet agreed Trust and National standards when undertaking procedures. To give or electronically send sexual health and contraception information to patients and issue of condoms when required. Able to assess patients' level of understanding and experience in relation to consent to undergo clinical procedures (including HIV testing) and refer complex clients/clinical situations where appropriate to senior staff. With the appropriate training, to provide support and assistance with Vasectomy clinics and assist the surgeon during the vasectomy procedure. Ensure clinic environment is properly prepared to a high standard to receive patients, including stocking of equipment, cleaning down of equipment and ensuring a tidy environment before clinic and ensure that this standard is maintained throughout the working day, and the clinic is clean and tidy at the end of the clinic session. Assist the registered nurses and doctors with assessment of clinical needs, chaperoning patients and supporting within the clinical setting in a responsive and professional manner. Adapt communication styles to the individual to ensure maximum understanding of care provided. About us Vision: Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future. Mission: Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of local people and communities through personalised, safe and effective community-basedservices. Values: To get the basics right - For each other, local people and communities To act with compassion and respect - For each other, local people and communities To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 to £25,674 a year pa. pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 842-SCS-5479-25 Job locations 30 Wheatbridge Road Chesterfield S40 2AB Job description Job responsibilities See attached job description and person specification attached to job advert for job description and main responsibilities. As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Job description Job responsibilities See attached job description and person specification attached to job advert for job description and main responsibilities. As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Person Specification Education and Training Essential GCSE Maths & English (C or above) Educated to NVQ 2 level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of qualification or equivalent previous proven experience IT literacy skills Desirable Venepuncture training (or willingness to undertake training on appointment) Values and Motivators Essential Go the extra mile for patients, carers, colleagues and the good of the organisation Eliminate waste and ensure we work as efficiently and flexibly as possible Putting patients at the heart of everything that we do, promoting their health at every opportunity Skills Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills Team working skills Flexibility and Adaptability Hold a valid driving license and have access to vehicle for work Person Specification Education and Training Essential GCSE Maths & English (C or above) Educated to NVQ 2 level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of qualification or equivalent previous proven experience IT literacy skills Desirable Venepuncture training (or willingness to undertake training on appointment) Values and Motivators Essential Go the extra mile for patients, carers, colleagues and the good of the organisation Eliminate waste and ensure we work as efficiently and flexibly as possible Putting patients at the heart of everything that we do, promoting their health at every opportunity Skills Essential Excellent oral and written communication skills Team working skills Flexibility and Adaptability Hold a valid driving license and have access to vehicle for work 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. Employer details Employer name Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT Address 30 Wheatbridge Road Chesterfield S40 2AB Employer's website http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)