Job summaryJoin Our Dynamic Integrated Sexual Health Team!
Are you a qualified advanced clinical practitioner passionate about Integrated Sexual Health?
We are seeking a motivated band 8a advanced clinical practitioner in ISH to join our forward-thinking ISH team.
We welcome applicants from nursing, midwifery or allied health professions who are qualified advanced clinical practitioners with extensive Integrated Sexual Health experience who are keen to work in a supportive and multidisciplinary environment.
We have 1 fixed term 12-month post who will focus on supporting the development of targeted sexual health in reach and outreach services for vulnerable and underserved Westminster residents who remain under-represented within traditional healthcare settings
You will be fully supported in your role by the department's consultant nurses and wider leadership teams.
For further details or to arrange an informal visit please contact Professor Matthew Grundy-Bowers matthew.grundybowers@nhs.net
Main duties of the job- Demonstrate effectiveness in prioritising, escalating, de-escalating, providing self help or management advice and refer for treatment/assessment/decision supportin a timely manner within the clinical context of their role.
- Applies high level decision-making and assessment skills to formulate appropriatedifferential diagnoses based on synthesis of clinical findings.
- Has the autonomy and authority to apply judgement and clinical reasoning torequest, where indicated, appropriate diagnostic tests/investigations (includingmicroscopy) based on differential diagnoses and act on previously requestedresults of tests/investigations working collaboratively with other healthcareprofessionals.
- Formulates an action plan for the treatment of the patient, synthesising clinicalinformation based on the patient's presentation, history, clinical assessment andfindings from relevant investigations, using appropriate evidence-based practice.
- Works as an independent prescriber and implements non-pharmacologicalrelated interventions/ therapies, dependent on situation and technicalrequirements of care.
- Act within own advanced scope of practice when making professional judgementsand clinical reasoning to manage risk.
- Uses advanced communication skills in all aspects of patient assessment, careand support
About usAt Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.
DetailsDate posted07 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 8a
Salary£66,274 to £73,496 a year
pa inclusive
ContractFixed term
Duration12 months
Working patternFull-time
Reference number290-WCCS-2637
Job locationsSt Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person SpecificationEducationEssential- Professional registration and a post registration qualification(s) in area of practice or relevant speciality at level 7 (DFSRH, LoC SDI, LoC IUT and STIF Advanced)
- MSc in advanced clinical practice (or equivalent)
- Independent prescribing
- Recognised teaching qualification (SSSA, FRT and RCT)
Desirable- MSc or MA in related speciality (in addition to MSc in Advanced Clinical practice)
- Leadership qualification
ExperienceEssential- Substantial post registration experience at band 7 or above, including relevant experience in Integrated Sexual Health
- Experience of advanced clinical assessment and independent decision making
- Experience of clinical leadership and mentoring others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable- Experience of leading and managing others
- Research experience and publication
SkillsEssential- Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate high-level decision making skills in clinical practice
- In depth knowledge of area of practice and demonstrates use of evidence-based practice
- Able to demonstrate advanced communication and teaching/assessing skills
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office
Desirable- Ability to lead and influence change
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes
Person Specification
EducationEssential- Professional registration and a post registration qualification(s) in area of practice or relevant speciality at level 7 (DFSRH, LoC SDI, LoC IUT and STIF Advanced)
- MSc in advanced clinical practice (or equivalent)
- Independent prescribing
- Recognised teaching qualification (SSSA, FRT and RCT)
Desirable- MSc or MA in related speciality (in addition to MSc in Advanced Clinical practice)
- Leadership qualification
ExperienceEssential- Substantial post registration experience at band 7 or above, including relevant experience in Integrated Sexual Health
- Experience of advanced clinical assessment and independent decision making
- Experience of clinical leadership and mentoring others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable- Experience of leading and managing others
- Research experience and publication
SkillsEssential- Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate high-level decision making skills in clinical practice
- In depth knowledge of area of practice and demonstrates use of evidence-based practice
- Able to demonstrate advanced communication and teaching/assessing skills
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office
Desirable- Ability to lead and influence change
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer nameImperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
AddressSt Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer nameImperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
AddressSt Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant Nurse
Prof Matthew Grundy-Bowers
matthew.grundybowers@nhs.net
DetailsDate posted07 August 2026
Pay schemeAgenda for change
BandBand 8a
Salary£66,274 to £73,496 a year
pa inclusive
ContractFixed term
Duration12 months
Working patternFull-time
Reference number290-WCCS-2637
Job locationsSt Mary's Hospital
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeImperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.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.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. 
