Health Care Assistant - Sexual Health (Crewe) | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Crewe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the region is seeking a Band 3 HCA to join their multidisciplinary team in Crewe, specializing in sexual health and contraception services. Applicants should have NVQ level 3 or equivalent, with training provided for candidates without experience. The role involves delivering patient care, assisting with clinical procedures, and maintaining infection control standards. Flexible shifts and travel across the region are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a sexual health / contraception service preferred.
• Candidates without experience will be considered; all training can be provided.
• Experience in venepuncture and clinical procedures is described in responsibilities above.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care demonstrating professionalism and excellent communication skills.
• Assist with procedures, obtain baseline observations, and manage results.
• Maintain high standards of infection control procedures.

Skills

Venepuncture

IT skills

Communication skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

National care certificate

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 HCA to join our friendly, enthusiastic and committed team. The large multidisciplinary team covers East Cheshire providing Integrated Sexual Health and Contraception services under our new brand “Axess”.

Experienced HCA’s will be considered for a band 3 position if they hold an NVQ level 3 or equivalent, a national care certificate, have IT skills and have experience of working within a sexual health / contraception service.

Candidates without experience will be considered; all training can be provided. The role is based at the Crewe site. Applicants may be required to travel occasionally to other locations throughout East Cheshire and be flexible to work a range of early and evening shifts. We offer a structured induction plan and ongoing supportive preceptorship using our whole team consisting of our HCA team, assistant practitioner, band 6 and 7 specialist nurses, specialist doctors and consultants. We are committed to developing the successful applicants providing support and ongoing training.

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Responsibilities

• The successful applicant will be required to deliver patient care demonstrating professionalism, working within competency and excellent communication skills in all aspects of their work.
• The role is varied and includes venepuncture, assisting with procedures, obtaining baseline observations, computer skills, ordering of stock, stock replenishment, conducting STI screening for asymptomatic patients referring onward when required, results management, administrative duties and rotation into a receptionist role.
• To provide an efficient and safe environment for clients and staff, reporting any potential safety issues to an appropriate team member and making suggestions for service improvement, according to Trust service policies and procedures.
• To maintain high standards of infection control procedures according to Trust and service policies
• To maintain client confidentiality at all times, according to Trust and service policies
• To act as a chaperone taking into account cultural and religious beliefs, as directed by clinical staff, whilst promoting a positive image of the service.
• Prioritise own workload and organise own workload on a daily basis to ensure the smooth running of the service.
• Identify, report (and contribute to recording) to appropriate team member any Child Protection or Vulnerable Adult issues observed during duties, according to legislation & Trust policy
• Assist at clinical procedures as appropriate
• To report sickness, absence and any accident/incident to the Senior Nurse or her/his deputy.

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent, a national care certificate, IT skills and experience of working within a sexual health / contraception service (preferred).
• Candidates without experience will be considered; all training can be provided.
• Experience in venepuncture and clinical procedures is described in responsibilities above.

Working Pattern and Location

The role is based at the Crewe site. Applicants may be required to travel on occasion to other locations throughout East Cheshire and be flexible to work a range of early and evening shifts.

Organisation Context

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.

To provide an efficient and safe environment for clients and staff, reporting any potential safety issues to an appropriate team member and making suggestions for service improvement, according to Trust service policies and procedures.

To maintain high standards of infection control procedures according to Trust and service policies

To maintain client confidentiality at all times, according to Trust and service policies

To act as a chaperone taking into account cultural and religious beliefs, as directed by clinical staff, whilst promoting a positive image of the service.

Prioritise own workload and organise own workload on a daily basis to ensure the smooth running of the service.

Identify, report (and contribute to recording) to appropriate team member any Child Protection or Vulnerable Adult issues observed during duties, according to legislation & Trust policy

Assist at clinical procedures as appropriate

To report sickness, absence and any accident/incident to the Senior Nurse or her/his deputy.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025