Sexual Health- Lead Nurse/ANP

Oxford University Hospitals; Oxford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals is seeking a motivated Band 6 Lead Nurse / Nurse Practitioner to join their Oxfordshire sexual health team. The role requires experience in both GUM and contraception, as well as the ability to work flexibly across multiple locations. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, including a Letter of Competence in Implant and a willingness to obtain a non-medical prescribing qualification.

Qualifications

• Relevant post-qualification experience in GUM and contraception.
• Experience managing symptomatic and asymptomatic patients in both areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide STI testing and contraceptive services to clients.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate recognized qualifications for Band 6.

Skills

GUM experience

Contraception experience

Ability to work across multiple sites

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Letter of Competence in Implant

Non-medical prescribing qualification (or willingness to undertake)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated nurse to join the Oxfordshire sexual health team. We are looking for a Band 6 Lead Nurse / Nurse Practitioner with experience in both GUM and contraception. You will require relevant post-qualification experience in both areas, including a Letter of Competence in Implant and ideally coils, STIF competency or equivalent. Additionally, a non-medical prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake this qualification is essential.

Oxfordshire Sexual Health Service is a large, busy organization offering comprehensive STI management and contraception services at various outpatient locations across the county. Our main base is at Churchill Hospital in Oxford, with additional clinics in Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester, Didcot, Wantage, and Witney.

You will be expected to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing STI testing and contraceptive services to clients of all ages and backgrounds.

Please note that prior experience managing both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients in GUM and contraception is essential.

A flexible approach to work patterns is required. The ability to commute to multiple locations is essential; therefore, a valid UK driving license and access to a car are necessary.

In your supporting statement, please tell us why you chose to work in sexual health.

Main duties of the job

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary/multi-agency team, offering STI testing and contraceptive services to diverse clients.
• Demonstrate recognized qualifications and recent experience in contraception and sexual health to qualify for Band 6.
• Be flexible in working hours, including late evenings and Saturdays, due to service needs.
• Be willing to work across multiple sites, requiring a valid UK driving license and access to a car.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of clinical services and involved in medical education, training, and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals: John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom