Health Adviser - Salford Integrated Sexual Health Service

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a qualified professional for their integrated sexual health service in Salford, England. The successful candidate will manage patient care independently, carrying out screenings and providing sexual health advice. Experience in sexual health and the relevant qualifications are essential. A training position may be available for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in sexual health and contraception.
• Holding the DFSRH/STIF qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• See patients independently within an integrated sexual and reproductive health service.
• Administer hormonal contraception and medicines.

Skills

Experience in sexual health

DFSRH/STIF qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). The role is based at the Northern Contraception, Sexual Health & HIV Service, Salford Hub at Lance Burn Health Centre. The Integrated Sexual Health Service provides Level 3 contraception and sexual health services and operates several clinics across Salford.

Key Responsibilities

• See patients independently within an integrated sexual and reproductive health service in line with banding, experience and competence.
• Complete partner notification and support colleagues with Health Advisor tasks.
• Perform symptomatic and asymptomatic screening, venepuncture and vaccination as an autonomous practitioner.
• Provide sexual health advice to clients and support the role of the health advisor.
• Administer hormonal contraception and medicines under agreed Patient Group Directions (PGD) or as a non‑medical prescriber.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in sexual health and contraception.
• Holding the DFSRH/STIF qualification or equivalent.

Your main place of work will be at The Lance Burn Health Centre in Salford. We will consider a band 5‑6 training position if there are no suitable qualified nurse applicants.

Working at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Join MFT and become part of a 30,000‑plus strong team delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people each year. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter and more efficient ways of working. You will be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Application Requirements

For more detailed responsibilities and required skills, please review the Job Description & Person Specification attachments. The Candidate Essentials Guide provides information on the Trust, benefits and essential pre‑application information.

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Diversity and Inclusion

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. 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. If you have special requirements to help with your application, please contact the manager listed below.

This advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025.