Integrated Sexual Health Nurse Developmental Role
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Provide CIC Integrated Sexual Health Nurse Developmental Role
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
This is a developmental role for a Registered Nurse, who will be employed to provide care and support for clients in the rapidly developing speciality of Integrated Sexual Health.
This post provides the opportunity for development and enhancement of clinical expertise and innovative practice within the field of integrated sexual health care. Support for training opportunities will be provided with the expectation that the post holder will be competent and confident in the provision of frontline clinical care, sexually transmitted infection results and data management, and specific targeted health interventions.
The post holder will be working within a specialist clinical team in a positive learning environment which will enable the development of skills to provide contraceptive intervention and protocol guided sexually transmitted and reproductive tract infection management.
The post holder will support the delivery of a high-quality service by providing evidence-based care, actively engaging with service development initiatives and maintain clear communication with service users, colleagues, management and other professionals.
This is a developmental role and there will be the expectation for the post holder to travel to other clinics within Suffolk for education and training purposes. Weekend working is a requirement of this role.
Main duties of the job
To develop an awareness of STI risks, methods of STI management.
To develop skills of sexual health promotion, and have the ability to give information and refer as appropriate
To provide sexually transmitted infection testing and be aware of referral policies
Develop skills of integrated sexual health assessment for both males and females including physical examination.
Following appropriate in-house training participate in the results management of sexually transmitted and reproductive tract infections
Carry out venepuncture for specific sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing
Assess clients for STI risk and advise accordingly
Achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the Service in line with the post profile and Professional Development Plan and department competency framework within time frame agreed with line manager.
Undertake training for use of patient group directions and apply to practice.
Work towards successful completion of Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare electronic knowledge assessment and Diploma
Undertake training in specific clinical procedures (implant fitting and removal) as appropriate
Participate in training to develop competence in results management and non-face to face intervention
About us
Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.
We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.
A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:
Vision:Transforming Lives
Values:Care, Innovation and Compassion
Mission:An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.
Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+, Ethnic Minority and Men's Networks.
We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rota
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
828-PROVIDE4140-A
Job locations
Suffolk Sexual Health Clinic Lowestoft
6, Regent Road
Lowestoft
NR32 1PA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a full list of the main responsibilities for this role. Thank you for taking the time to apply for a role within Provide.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a full list of the main responsibilities for this role. Thank you for taking the time to apply for a role within Provide.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NMC Level 1 Registered Nurse
- Infection prevention awareness
- Safeguarding knowledge and experience of assessment
- Willingness to undertake practical and professionally accredited training linked to integrated sexual health development
- Ability to work between sites and efficiently travel across Suffolk
- Willingness and ability to work evenings and Saturdays.
Desirable
- Documented evidence of further studying/training
- A recognised contraception qualification or currently working towards
- Previous experience or currently working in specialty of integrated sexual health
- Experience of working to Patient Group Directions (PGD's)
- Use of electronic patient record systems
Essential
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Professional Interest in the field of integrated sexual health
- Enthusiasm for professional development
- Willingness to develop STI results management.
Essential
Essential
- NMC Level 1 Registered Nurse
- Infection prevention awareness
- Safeguarding knowledge and experience of assessment
- Willingness to undertake practical and professionally accredited training linked to integrated sexual health development
- Ability to work between sites and efficiently travel across Suffolk
- Willingness and ability to work evenings and Saturdays.
Desirable
- Documented evidence of further studying/training
- A recognised contraception qualification or currently working towards
- Previous experience or currently working in specialty of integrated sexual health
- Experience of working to Patient Group Directions (PGD's)
- Use of electronic patient record systems
Essential
Essential
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Professional Interest in the field of integrated sexual health
- Enthusiasm for professional development
- Willingness to develop STI results management.
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).
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.
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).
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
Provide CIC
Address
Suffolk Sexual Health Clinic Lowestoft
6, Regent Road
Lowestoft
NR32 1PA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Provide CIC
Address
Suffolk Sexual Health Clinic Lowestoft
6, Regent Road
Lowestoft
NR32 1PA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Nurse Manager
Laura Nicol
03003039982
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rota
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
828-PROVIDE4140-A
Job locations
Suffolk Sexual Health Clinic Lowestoft
6, Regent Road
Lowestoft
NR32 1PA
United Kingdom
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