Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and passionate nurse with a strong interest in safeguarding to join our dynamic Sexual Health and HIV Service as a Safeguarding Lead Nurse.
We are a busy open access Level 3 Sexual Health and HIV service operating across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The services we provide include:
- Screening, diagnosis, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections.
- HIV care,
- Provision and ongoing management of PrEP and PEPSE,
- Contraception including emergency contraception,
- Sexual health promotion,
- Sexual health advising and partner notification,
- Psychosexual counselling,
- Outreach service including HMP services.
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre
We have an extensive digital offer including, a patient health record, online booking, online STI screening, webchat, and remote consultations.
The sexual health service line is committed to the Vanguard Method for Systems Thinking as its management philosophy, for which the post holder will receive training. This informs the design, management, measurement, and culture of our services. Systems thinking is an academic discipline and philosophy with the objective of helping practitioners to understand a system as a whole, by shining light on the interdependencies between its component parts. The Vanguard Method for Systems Thinking is a practical means by which to apply systems thinking in service organisations, such as ours.
Main duties of the job
Act as the lead safeguarding professional within the Sexual Health and HIV service, providing expert advice and support to the team.
Identify, assess and manage complex safeguarding concerns involving children, young people and adults at risk.
Provide safeguarding supervision and ensure robust systems are in place to support staff across the service.
Attend and contribute to Multi-Agency Safeguarding meetings.
Deliver safeguarding training and promote trauma informed, culturally competent practice.
Lead on Safeguarding audits, incident reviews and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with partner organisations to ensure safe and effective safeguarding pathways.
Contribute to service development, policy writing and alignment with statutory safeguarding guidance.
Deputise for the Modern Matron with clinical leadership and team management duties. Be skilled in contraception and sexual health, working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Nursing or RN currently registered with NMC.
- First degree in clinically relevant subject.
- Diploma FSRH.
- FSRH Letter of Competence -- subdermal implants.
- Teaching qualification, e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent.
- Independent & Supplementary Prescribing/ willing to undertake training.
Desirable
- LoC in insertion of Intrauterine Device/willing to undertake training.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post registration experience within Sexual Health.Portfolio of evidence of post-qualification professional developmentManagement & leadership of staff.Proven experience of communication and presentation to all levelsExperience of producing written reports and auditProven ability to work within local and national policy/guidelinesCompetency as prescriber, or in use of appropriate Patient Group DirectionsExperience in delivery or targeted education & trainingExperience of MDT workingExperience of working in a constantly changing environmentIT Skills (Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Experience of teaching, training and supervision/assessing junior staff and studentsPresentation SkillsAble to deal with challenging situationsAble to prioritise, organise and meet deadlines and delegate where appropriateUnderstanding of clinical governance issues and the ability to establish systems in practiceAbility to work autonomously and as part of a teamSelf-MotivatedLiterate and Numerate in EnglishBeing flexible and adaptable at work in order to meet competing priorities.
Desirable
- Experience of engaging with external stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries.
- Experienced in developing and delivering care and a range of clinical interventions to patients.
- Experience of working in related clinical areas (HIV in- or out-patient services, gynaecology, urology, dermatology or midwifery).
- Evidence of developing policy, guidelines and contributing to management of resources.
- Experience of supporting and participating in clinical governance and risk management activity including undertaking risk assessments and investigations.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Skills:
- Ability to effectively assess, evaluate and provide treatment to patients with sexual health and contraceptive needs.Phlebotomy skillsMicroscopy skillsDexterity required, for venepuncture, microscopy and other clinical interventions as required for role.Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner Ability to work as part of a team and support development of othersAbility to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others; works within clear code of practice Ability to adapt to change within work situation Problem solving.Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, ability to receive and provide complex information which may be sensitive, contentious, where persuasive negotiation may be required and there could be barriers to understanding.
- Knowledge:
- Understanding of the health needs of people in their care and health promotionAble to articulate a clear understanding of confidentialityAwareness of research and evidence-based practice relevant to sexual health services Articulate and knowledgeable of current professional nursing issuesHas a good understanding of the national sexual health agendaKnowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures when dealing with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Values:
- Is able to follow and demonstrate HIOWH CARE values.
- Equality:
- Be able to demonstrate and understanding of the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and how they apply to staff and patients in a healthcare setting. Able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities, at an appropriate level for the post.
- What our services users expect of this post holder:
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding and duties within post.
- Evidence of continual professional development.
- Understanding of infection control procedures.
- Understanding of personal health and safety responsibilities.
- Good understanding of the meaning of clinical supervision/mentoring.
- An understanding of equality within the workforce and how it can impact on this post.
- Ability to travel to hub and spoke sites essential to deliver the clinical service across the geographical area.Ability to travel to meetings across a range of sites in Hampshire & nationally.Able to concentrate in an environment where there are frequent interruptions on a daily basis.Proficient in safeguarding knowledge across the lifespan.Competent in identifying and articulating safeguarding needs which are person centred, trauma informed and where the clients voice and lived experience is heard.
- Other:
- The role requires an Enhanced DBSThe role requires the post holder to sign up to the Automatic Renewal DBS service.Is able to work legally in the UK. Is able to work with children and vulnerable adults.Ability to travel for meetings and clinics across HIOW and nationally (as required).For posts which require a professional registration, postholders hold a valid up to date registration with their professional body.For posts where postholders are required to drive as part of their role they hold a valid full driving licence which enables them to drive in the UK.
Desirable
- Advocacy skills.
- Understanding of the meaning of Improving Working Lives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Nursing or RN currently registered with NMC.
- First degree in clinically relevant subject.
- Diploma FSRH.
- FSRH Letter of Competence -- subdermal implants.
- Teaching qualification, e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent.
- Independent & Supplementary Prescribing/ willing to undertake training.
Desirable
- LoC in insertion of Intrauterine Device/willing to undertake training.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post registration experience within Sexual Health.Portfolio of evidence of post-qualification professional developmentManagement & leadership of staff.Proven experience of communication and presentation to all levelsExperience of producing written reports and auditProven ability to work within local and national policy/guidelinesCompetency as prescriber, or in use of appropriate Patient Group DirectionsExperience in delivery or targeted education & trainingExperience of MDT workingExperience of working in a constantly changing environmentIT Skills (Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Experience of teaching, training and supervision/assessing junior staff and studentsPresentation SkillsAble to deal with challenging situationsAble to prioritise, organise and meet deadlines and delegate where appropriateUnderstanding of clinical governance issues and the ability to establish systems in practiceAbility to work autonomously and as part of a teamSelf-MotivatedLiterate and Numerate in EnglishBeing flexible and adaptable at work in order to meet competing priorities.
Desirable
- Experience of engaging with external stakeholders and working across organisational boundaries.
- Experienced in developing and delivering care and a range of clinical interventions to patients.
- Experience of working in related clinical areas (HIV in- or out-patient services, gynaecology, urology, dermatology or midwifery).
- Evidence of developing policy, guidelines and contributing to management of resources.
- Experience of supporting and participating in clinical governance and risk management activity including undertaking risk assessments and investigations.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Skills:
- Ability to effectively assess, evaluate and provide treatment to patients with sexual health and contraceptive needs.Phlebotomy skillsMicroscopy skillsDexterity required, for venepuncture, microscopy and other clinical interventions as required for role.Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner Ability to work as part of a team and support development of othersAbility to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others; works within clear code of practice Ability to adapt to change within work situation Problem solving.Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, ability to receive and provide complex information which may be sensitive, contentious, where persuasive negotiation may be required and there could be barriers to understanding.
- Knowledge:
- Understanding of the health needs of people in their care and health promotionAble to articulate a clear understanding of confidentialityAwareness of research and evidence-based practice relevant to sexual health services Articulate and knowledgeable of current professional nursing issuesHas a good understanding of the national sexual health agendaKnowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures when dealing with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- Values:
- Is able to follow and demonstrate HIOWH CARE values.
- Equality:
- Be able to demonstrate and understanding of the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and how they apply to staff and patients in a healthcare setting. Able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities, at an appropriate level for the post.
- What our services users expect of this post holder:
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding and duties within post.
- Evidence of continual professional development.
- Understanding of infection control procedures.
- Understanding of personal health and safety responsibilities.
- Good understanding of the meaning of clinical supervision/mentoring.
- An understanding of equality within the workforce and how it can impact on this post.
- Ability to travel to hub and spoke sites essential to deliver the clinical service across the geographical area.Ability to travel to meetings across a range of sites in Hampshire & nationally.Able to concentrate in an environment where there are frequent interruptions on a daily basis.Proficient in safeguarding knowledge across the lifespan.Competent in identifying and articulating safeguarding needs which are person centred, trauma informed and where the clients voice and lived experience is heard.
- Other:
- The role requires an Enhanced DBSThe role requires the post holder to sign up to the Automatic Renewal DBS service.Is able to work legally in the UK. Is able to work with children and vulnerable adults.Ability to travel for meetings and clinics across HIOW and nationally (as required).For posts which require a professional registration, postholders hold a valid up to date registration with their professional body.For posts where postholders are required to drive as part of their role they hold a valid full driving licence which enables them to drive in the UK.
Desirable
- Advocacy skills.
- Understanding of the meaning of Improving Working Lives.
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.
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.
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
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)
Milton Road
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO3 6AD
Employer's website
https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
