We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Sexual Health Nurses – or a committed candidates ready to progress through an Annex 21 development pathway – are invited to join our busy, high‑demand sexual health service at The Arch, Knowsley. Two posts available : 37.5 hrs and 27.5 hrs . We provide inclusive, confidential and responsive care to a diverse local population, and we’re looking for someone who thrives in fast‑paced clinical environments and is passionate about improving sexual health outcomes.
You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality clinical care, including assessment, treatment, health promotion and safeguarding support. Strong communication skills, sound clinical judgement and a proactive, patient‑centred approach are essential. For Annex 21 applicants, a structured development programme will support you to build specialist competence and progress confidently to Band 6.
We welcome individuals who demonstrate enthusias m for sexual health, a commitment to continuous learning, and a positive, inclusive attitude. Joining The Arch means becoming part of a friendly, forward‑thinking service where development is encouraged and your contribution makes a meaningful impact in the Knowsley community.
This role is to work in the axess clinic sites in Huyton, Kirkby and Halewood
Flexible working pattern will also include evenings and weekend
The successful applicant will be required to deliver patient care and manage all areas within the axess service, demonstrating professionalism, clinical expertise with excellent communication skills in all aspects of their work.
The work is varied and includes conducting consultations for both contraception and STI screening. Working from PGD to dispense both contraceptive and STI treatments, STI management and health advising & results management is also required as part of the role.. The provision of LARC methods including sub dermal implant insertion and removal.
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 .
As an autonomous practitioner undertake independent consultations with clients, including assessing, monitoring and evaluating individual client's contraceptive and sexual health needs including referral to other Health Professionals required.
Issue methods of contraception according to Patient Group Directions & clinical protocols
Provide STI screening and treatment according to Patient Group directions & clinical protocols. Encouraging partners attendance and treatment when necessary.
Provide advice and cytology screening as appropriate, according to local policies.
To take responsibility for the smooth running of the day to day management of the sexual health service.
For a full list of duties please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
