Job summary
Band 7 Psychosexual Counsellor- Join the Chandos Clinic Team
An exciting opportunity has opened for aBand 7 Psychosexual Counsellorat the Chandos Clinic.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate professional to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. At Chandos Clinic, we provide a specialist service combiningpsychosexual therapywithmedical treatmentsfor individuals experiencing a wide range of sexual difficulties.
This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative, supportive environment, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
What we offer:
- A collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
- Opportunities for professional development
- The chance to work in a specialist, highly regarded service
If you are passionate about delivering holistic care and have experience in psychosexual therapy, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to be part of a dedicated team making a real impact.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Band 7 Psychosexual Therapist to join the Psychosexual Therapy Outpatient Service at the Chandos Clinic. The post holder will work autonomously as an independent practitioner, delivering specialist assessment and evidence-based psychosexual therapy to individuals and couples presenting with complex sexual difficulties. The role involves managing a specialist caseload, maintaining high standards of clinical documentation, and providing expert advice, consultation, and clinical support to colleagues, patients, and multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership within the service, adhere to Trust policies, and actively contribute to service development, quality improvement, and future service innovations.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Psychosexual Counsellor delivers a specialist psychosexual therapy service within the Sexual Dysfunction Service at the Chandos Clinic (City Hospital site). Working autonomously within Trust and professional governance, the post holder assesses and treats individuals and couples, reviews outcomes, and supports safe, high-quality service delivery.
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Develop, implement and review evidence-based treatment plans, including follow-up, discharge and onward referral as appropriate.
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Communicate complex and sensitive information with empathy and provide clear verbal/written updates to referrers and relevant professionals.
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Work collaboratively with the MDT and partner agencies, contributing specialist advice to support coordinated care.
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Maintain confidentiality and accurate clinical records; work within safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act requirements and escalate concerns in line with policy.
Contribute to clinical governance, audit/service evaluation, and ongoing professional development (CPD/supervision) in line with COSRT standards
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Psychosexual Counsellor delivers a specialist psychosexual therapy service within the Sexual Dysfunction Service at the Chandos Clinic (City Hospital site). Working autonomously within Trust and professional governance, the post holder assesses and treats individuals and couples, reviews outcomes, and supports safe, high-quality service delivery.
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Develop, implement and review evidence-based treatment plans, including follow-up, discharge and onward referral as appropriate.
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Communicate complex and sensitive information with empathy and provide clear verbal/written updates to referrers and relevant professionals.
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Work collaboratively with the MDT and partner agencies, contributing specialist advice to support coordinated care.
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Maintain confidentiality and accurate clinical records; work within safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act requirements and escalate concerns in line with policy.
Contribute to clinical governance, audit/service evaluation, and ongoing professional development (CPD/supervision) in line with COSRT standards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Academic qualification at postgraduate diploma level
- Specialist qualification in Sex & Relationship Therapy
- Registered with College of Sexual & Relationship Therapists (COSRT)
- Continuing professional development to maintain registration.
- Access regular supervision to support clinical practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of particular psychological therapies.
- Significant experience of working within a sexual and relationship difficulties service.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge and experience of managing own caseload.
Desirable
- NHS experience in a related field
- Experience in research/audit
communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Elicits highly sensitive information.
- Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship with client(s) with complex sex and/or relationship problems.
- Negotiate and mediate in potential areas of conflict in order to achieve common goals
- Regular case discussion with senior colleagues
- Communicates complex information to vulnerable individuals
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Initial assessment of clients presenting multiple and complex issues
- Review options and select appropriate therapeutic treatment
- Make decisions regarding onward referral to specialist services
- Ability to interpret the information gathered
- Client assessment, diagnosis and formulation of care
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Work autonomously within Trust policies and COSRT code of ethics.
- Effectively manage own caseload
Physical Skills
Essential
- Long periods of intense focused concentration with patient interaction.
- Defuse distressing or unpredicted emotional circumstances and deal with mental health issues and sexual abuse
- Specialist Advice with other professionals.
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to drive or work shifts)
Essential
- Long periods of intense focused concentration with patient interaction.
- Defuse distressing or unpredicted emotional circumstances and deal with mental health issues and sexual abuse
- Specialist Advice with other professionals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Academic qualification at postgraduate diploma level
- Specialist qualification in Sex & Relationship Therapy
- Registered with College of Sexual & Relationship Therapists (COSRT)
- Continuing professional development to maintain registration.
- Access regular supervision to support clinical practice
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of particular psychological therapies.
- Significant experience of working within a sexual and relationship difficulties service.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge and experience of managing own caseload.
Desirable
- NHS experience in a related field
- Experience in research/audit
communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Elicits highly sensitive information.
- Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship with client(s) with complex sex and/or relationship problems.
- Negotiate and mediate in potential areas of conflict in order to achieve common goals
- Regular case discussion with senior colleagues
- Communicates complex information to vulnerable individuals
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
- Initial assessment of clients presenting multiple and complex issues
- Review options and select appropriate therapeutic treatment
- Make decisions regarding onward referral to specialist services
- Ability to interpret the information gathered
- Client assessment, diagnosis and formulation of care
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Work autonomously within Trust policies and COSRT code of ethics.
- Effectively manage own caseload
Physical Skills
Essential
- Long periods of intense focused concentration with patient interaction.
- Defuse distressing or unpredicted emotional circumstances and deal with mental health issues and sexual abuse
- Specialist Advice with other professionals.
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to drive or work shifts)
Essential
- Long periods of intense focused concentration with patient interaction.
- Defuse distressing or unpredicted emotional circumstances and deal with mental health issues and sexual abuse
- Specialist Advice with other professionals.
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.
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.
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
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Chandos Clinic
City Campus
Gate 2 off Hucknall Road
NG5 1PB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)