Our friendly and supportive team at the Sexual Health Garden Clinic is looking for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our growing Level 3 service based in Slough and Bracknell, with satellite clinics across Windsor and Maidenhead.
We provide high-quality sexual health and contraception services to a diverse community and operate Monday to Friday, with a requirement to work 1 Saturday every 4‑6 weeks.
We are seeking a compassionate, open‑minded, and non‑judgmental individual who can work within a highly confidential environment. Applicants must hold an NMC Adult Nurse registration and hold, or be working towards, a recognised Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) qualification. Previous experience in contraception and sexual health within a GUM setting is essential, alongside evidence of continuing professional development.
As part of our team, you will support patients with a wide range of sexual health needs, including STI testing and treatment, HIV care, and contraception services. You will also have access to excellent development opportunities, including the potential to undertake Non‑Medical Prescriber training.
We deliver both in‑house services and community outreach clinics, and you may be required to work across all locations.
Alongside this rewarding role, you will have access to excellent wellbeing resources and we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring all staff feel valued, supported, and able to fulfil their potential.
Main duties of the job
- Conduct nurse‑led clinical sessions, including history taking and physical examinations, within departmental guidelines and one's clinical competence.
- Issue or administer medication and vaccinations to patients, adhering legally to Patient Group Directions (PGDs) when authorised by the lead clinician.
- Undertake training in intrauterine and implant procedures and incorporate this knowledge into practice.
- Gain independent (non‑medical) prescribing status and apply prescribing duties in line with organisational policies.
- Participate in Health Advising training and rotate to support the Health Advising team when necessary.
- Teach patients, where appropriate, to self‑administer their treatment.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we are committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we offer an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share 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, plus opportunity to buy and sell
- 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
Key responsibilities and skills
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Ability to work autonomously and support staff to undertake clinical duties.
- Ability to conduct courageous conversations and support staff with performance issues.
- Manage workload and support others.
- Good organisational and communication skills with influencing and interpersonal abilities.
- Deliver holistic care and promote independence.
- Work collaboratively with peers and be a role model: visible, approachable, and communicative at all levels.
- IT written and oral skills, including presentations, and ability to use IT and related software to support data collection.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications / Training
- Registered Nurse – Adult
- Active on mentor register / Practice Assessor/Supervisor
- Teaching qualification, e.g., ENB SLICE/998 and/or teaching experience
Continuous Professional Development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Independent Prescribing qualification – or willing to work towards it
- Higher degree in a related field
Previous Experience
- Significant experience in sexual or reproductive health.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Conduct courageous conversations and support staff with performance issues.
- Manage workload and support others.
- Good organisational skills.
- Effective communication, influencing and interpersonal skills.
- Collaborative teamwork.
- Role model, visible, approachable and communicative at all levels.
- IT written and oral skills, including presentations.
- Use of IT and related software to support data collection.
Additional Requirements
- 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.
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387 a year (incl of HCAS)
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