Job summary
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287-RMED-58-26 NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and axess sexual health is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Practitioner/Nurse Associate to join us, working at the intersection of Sexual Health outreach and Community Tuberculosis (TB) services.
This is a dynamic, community-facing role designed for someone confident working autonomously in outreach settings, engaging with underserved populations, and supporting evolving Public Health priorities.
Main duties of the job
Who we are looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with:
- Experience in Sexual Health, TB, outreach, community health, Public Health or inclusion health
- Strong engagement skills and confidence working with vulnerable groups
- The ability to work autonomously while recognising scope of practice and escalation
- A commitment to equality, diversity and reducing health inequalities
Applicants do not need to come from a traditional registered professional background, as the service can/will support this training if appropriate.
Candidates with relevant experience from the third sector, community services or non-registered roles are strongly encouraged to apply, where experience is equivalent to the requirements of the role, in line with the Job Description.
Why join us?
- Be part of an innovative outreach service responding to real community need
- Work across Sexual Health and TB, gaining broad Public Health experience
- Develop skills in autonomous community practice with strong clinical support
- Contribute to reducing health inequalities across Liverpool and surrounding areas
- Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to compassionate, inclusive care
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work across Sexual Health outreach and Community TB programmes, supporting delivery of screening, treatment support and health promotion within a range of community settings.
The role has a particular focus on outreach, including work with populations at increased risk of TB and sexual ill-health. You will also support the Latent TB Programme, working closely with specialist TB services, while maintaining strong links with Sexual Health outreach teams.
This post reflects the changing Public Health landscape, where services increasingly overlap and require flexible, skilled practitioners who can adapt to emerging needs.
While the role involves a high degree of autonomous working, you will be supported by Clinical Practitioners, Senior Managers and wider multidisciplinary teams, with clear governance, supervision and escalation pathways in place.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver community-based outreach services across Sexual Health and TB pathways
- Undertake asymptomatic Sexual Health screening, including venepuncture for BBVs
- Support TB screening, monitoring and follow-up in community settings
- Administer immunisations and tests (including BCG and Mantoux) under Patient Specific Directions
- Carry out patient assessments, observations and treatment adherence monitoring
- Manage own caseloads, clinics and outreach activity as directed
- Work independently in community settings, making decisions in line with policy and protocol
- Actively engage and build trust with vulnerable and marginalised populations
- Work collaboratively with Sexual Health, TB, voluntary sector and community partners
- Support service evaluation, audit and continuous improvement
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work across Sexual Health outreach and Community TB programmes, supporting delivery of screening, treatment support and health promotion within a range of community settings.
The role has a particular focus on outreach, including work with populations at increased risk of TB and sexual ill-health. You will also support the Latent TB Programme, working closely with specialist TB services, while maintaining strong links with Sexual Health outreach teams.
This post reflects the changing Public Health landscape, where services increasingly overlap and require flexible, skilled practitioners who can adapt to emerging needs.
While the role involves a high degree of autonomous working, you will be supported by Clinical Practitioners, Senior Managers and wider multidisciplinary teams, with clear governance, supervision and escalation pathways in place.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver community-based outreach services across Sexual Health and TB pathways
- Undertake asymptomatic Sexual Health screening, including venepuncture for BBVs
- Support TB screening, monitoring and follow-up in community settings
- Administer immunisations and tests (including BCG and Mantoux) under Patient Specific Directions
- Carry out patient assessments, observations and treatment adherence monitoring
- Manage own caseloads, clinics and outreach activity as directed
- Work independently in community settings, making decisions in line with policy and protocol
- Actively engage and build trust with vulnerable and marginalised populations
- Work collaboratively with Sexual Health, TB, voluntary sector and community partners
- Support service evaluation, audit and continuous improvement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in assisting professional practice/equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous health care experience
- Ability to provide excellent patient care
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to analyze patient progress in response to care given.
- Understands the role of audit in assuring standards of care and can undertake audits in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting.
- Basic Computer Skills: I/E can use PAS systems, email and can access policies on the Trust intranet
Other
Essential
- A good team player supportive of colleagues and patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in assisting professional practice/equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous health care experience
- Ability to provide excellent patient care
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to analyze patient progress in response to care given.
- Understands the role of audit in assuring standards of care and can undertake audits in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting.
- Basic Computer Skills: I/E can use PAS systems, email and can access policies on the Trust intranet
Other
Essential
- A good team player supportive of colleagues and patients
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).
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).
