Sexual Health Prevention Worker

Locala Health & Wellbeing; Leigh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Wigan and Leigh is seeking a Sexual Health Prevention Worker to promote positive sexual health across all ages, focusing on young people and vulnerable groups. The role includes leading the C card scheme and supporting schools with sexual health education. A full driving licence is required. This position offers flexible working and benefits like a generous pension scheme and referral rewards.

Benefits

Flexible working to support work-life balance

Generous pension scheme with matched contributions

Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards

Qualifications

• Full Driving Licence is required.
• Experience working with vulnerable groups is preferred.
• Knowledge of sexual health promotion is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Promote positive sexual health through targeted interventions.
• Lead the C card scheme and condom distribution for young people.
• Support sexual health education in schools and colleges.

Skills

Establishing relationships

Digital platform usage

Working with young people

Flexibility in work

Job description

Job Role

Sexual Health Prevention Worker

Band 4 - £27,485 - £30,162 (pro rata)

Permanent

25 hours per week

Wigan and Leigh

Responsibilities

Locala sexual health services are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join the outreach and prevention element of the sexual health service.

As an excellent opportunity has arisen, as we extend our outreach and prevention provision across the Wigan and Leigh district, for a sexual health prevention worker to actively promote positive sexual health across all ages with targeted interventions for young people and vulnerable groups, including young people with learning disabilities and Autism.

You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with key partners, working closely with sexual health/PHSE champions and leads to ensure sexual health promotion is available at every opportunity.

Supporting RSE delivery, attending festivals and events to support positive sexual health campaigns are key aspects of the role.

You will be required to lead on the C card scheme and condom distribution for young people under 25, and work innovatively to share key prevention messages, including the use of digital platforms, whilst supporting schools and colleges in promoting positive sexual health education.

A Full Driving Licence Is Required.

Find out more about Locala with our Thrive Strategy.

For full details of the role, please see the Job Description & Person Specification.

For more information, please contact Zoe Charnock at [e-mail].

Closing date - 26th August 2025.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the stated date should we receive sufficient applications.

Previous applicants need not apply.

About Us

Here at Locala, we are part of the community and have often cared for generations within the same family, continuing to be part of the NHS family and delivering care under the same ethos.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds with the aim to have a workforce that reflects the wider communities we serve.

We celebrate and value the individuality of our colleagues' lived experiences and recognize the importance of inclusivity when delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare. We promote a culture where everyone feels valued, has the opportunity to develop, and benefits from flexible working opportunities supported by our Inclusivity Groups.

Locala is a ‘Disability Confident’ employer. Disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria are guaranteed an invitation to the assessment process.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working to support work-life balance.
• Generous pension scheme with matched contributions + 2% up to 8%.
• Refer a Friend Scheme, offering rewards of £500 each for successful referrals.