Contraception, Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Salford is looking for experienced contraception and sexual health nurses to join its Sexual and Reproductive Health Service. This role offers the chance to develop skills while working autonomously and as part of a collaborative team. Candidates must possess a nursing qualification and demonstrate solid communication and organisational skills. Competitive salary range from £31,049 to £46,580 per year (pro rata).

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Supportive team structure

Qualifications

• Experience in sexual and reproductive health at Band 5.
• Currently practising in the specialty.
• Proven ability to participate in the audit process.

Responsibilities

• Use expertise to assess patient needs in contraception and sexual health.
• Perform sexual health screening and provide health advice.
• Support patients in making contraceptive choices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Non-judgmental attitude

Enthusiasm

Education

Registered nurse or midwife

Recognised post-registration qualification in Sexual and Reproductive Health

Degree or working towards

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 01 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced contraception and sexual health nurses to join our Sexual and Reproductive Health Service based at the Lance Burn Centre in Salford. The service will offer you the opportunity to further develop your skills in the speciality, within a small team of highly experienced clinical staff.

The service is part of the large Northern Service which incorporates Central Manchester, North and South Manchester, Trafford and Salford. Applicants must demonstrate a non‑judgmental attitude, be enthusiastic and have excellent communication and organisational skills. You must be flexible as you will be required to work at our spoke sites across Salford and on rotation covering the Saturday morning clinic at the Lance Burn centre.

Consideration will be given to recruiting to the post in a band 5‑6 training position.

Main duties of the job

• Use expertise and clinical skills to accurately assess patient’s individual needs in relation to contraception and sexual health and manage their care appropriately.
• Perform sexual health screening, venepuncture, vaccination, and health advice for patients as appropriate including supporting the work of the health advising team.
• Support people to consider their contraceptive choices, provide in‑depth counselling and information and facilitate the initiation/continuation of their chosen method.
• Undertake clinic examinations using observation as appropriate working as an autonomous practitioner.
• Undertake the administration of medication under Patient Group Directions.
• Work independently as required, this will include a number of early evenings and include Saturdays on a rotational basis.
• Work flexibly within the service undertaking clinical sessions at other clinics/venues as required.
• Insert and remove sub‑dermal contraception implants.
• Undertake pregnancy testing as clinically indicated and provide appropriate discussion of options and referrals as required.
• Provide support and ongoing management to complex patients i.e. PEP/sexual assault.
• Undertake safeguarding as required of young people and adults.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000+ strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working – empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or midwife
• Recognised post‑registration qualification in Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Degree or working towards

Experience

• Experience in sexual and reproductive health at Band 5
• Currently practising in the speciality
• Proven ability to participate in the audit process
• Teaching and assessment of pre and post registration students
• Participated in research
• Experience at undertaking staff Personal Development Reviews/ Appraisal

Knowledge

• Current and in‑depth knowledge of sexual and reproductive health
• Current and in‑depth knowledge of issues relating to confidentiality & consent
• Current and in‑depth knowledge of current local and national safeguarding processes/policy and guidance relating to under 16's, under 18's and vulnerable adults
• Understanding of risk management/ clinical governance
• Knowledge of current national developments in sexual health services

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.

£31,049 to £46,580 a year (pro rata)