Job summary

Specialty Doctor in Sexual Health (fixed term 12 months)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Specialty Doctor to join Sexual Health Hertfordshire, an integrated sexual and reproductive health service provided by Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust. Based at Hatfield Sexual Health Centre, you will work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive sexual health care across Hertfordshire, including management of sexually transmitted infections, HIV prevention (PrEP), contraception and Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC).

The successful candidate will lead young person-prioritised, complex GUM and LARC clinics, provide senior clinical support to nursing and medical colleagues, and contribute to the ongoing development of innovative and patient-centred sexual health services.

This fixed-term post offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership, educational and service development skills within a large, integrated sexual health service. Alongside clinical duties, you will act as Clinical Supervisor for a GPST1 trainee, participate in teaching, audit, quality improvement and research activities, and help shape the future direction of sexual health services across Hertfordshire. We anticipate recruiting to a substantive role with enhanced leadership responsibilities at the conclusion of this fixed-term appointment.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be responsible for investigating, diagnosing and treating sexually transmitted infections and all aspects of sexual and reproductive health, providing senior cover for GUM/SRH clinics to members of the non-medical and junior medical teams.

They will be expected to provide specialist GUM clinics and LARC and assist in the development of new and existing clinical services. In addition, they will also be responsible for checking and acting on laboratory results. The post-holder will be encouraged take up further training to gain competencies to be able to provide senior cover for GUM clinics to members of the non-medical and junior medical teams.

The post-holder will be responsible for arranging appropriate onward internal and external patient referrals. The post-holder will also be expected to contribute to non-clinical duties (e.g. GPST1 programme co-ordination/supervision and managerial responsibilities) as delegated. The doctor shall contribute to the development of the multidisciplinary team by offering support, education and teaching/training where required.

Applicants must hold full GMC registration, DipGUM, LoC IUT and LoC SDI qualifications, with significant experience working independently in sexual health services. There is no on-call commitment, and dedicated SPA time is included to support professional development, clinical governance and educational responsibilities.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum pro rata, plus Fringe Zone Allowance

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

824-HERTS-8289690-A

Job locations

Sexual health clinic - Hatfield Centre

Queensway

Hatfield

AL10 0LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Job description Job responsibilities Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment. **Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Eligible to work in UK
• Full registration with the GMC and Licence to Practise
• DipGUM
• LoC IUT
• LoC SDI

Desirable

• MRCP or MRCOG or MCSRH or equivalent
• Higher degree
• Teaching qualification
• Experience in Complex Implant removal/Scanning

Experience

Essential

• Considerable experience in full-time foundation training (or equivalent)
• Experience of audit and Clinical Governance
• Experience of working with young people and safeguarding
• Experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health healthcare

Desirable

• Scientific publications, presentations at conferences/seminars etc
• Previous demonstrable experience in service development
• Experience in teaching medical trainees and other professionals

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Computer skills and IT literacy
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Managing self effectively
• Ability to plan ahead whilst being innovative and flexible in approach

Key Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrable evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust values with behaviour that reinforces these values
• Flexible, dynamic, confident and assertive
• Know when to ask for help
• Able to cope with stressful situations, undertake responsibility and make effective decisions
• Non-judgemental approach

Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Eligible to work in UK Full registration with the GMC and Licence to Practise DipGUM LoC IUT LoC SDI Desirable MRCP or MRCOG or MCSRH or equivalent Higher degree Teaching qualification Experience in Complex Implant removal/Scanning Experience Essential Considerable experience in full-time foundation training (or equivalent) Experience of audit and Clinical Governance Experience of working with young people and safeguarding Experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health healthcare Desirable Scientific publications, presentations at conferences/seminars etc Previous demonstrable experience in service development Experience in teaching medical trainees and other professionals Skills Essential Excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to work within a multidisciplinary team Computer skills and IT literacy Excellent communication and influencing skills Managing self effectively Ability to plan ahead whilst being innovative and flexible in approach Key Attributes Essential Demonstrable evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust values with behaviour that reinforces these values Flexible, dynamic, confident and assertive Know when to ask for help Able to cope with stressful situations, undertake responsibility and make effective decisions Non-judgemental approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. 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 Registration

Applicants 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 Check 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. 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 Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Sexual health clinic - Hatfield Centre

Queensway

Hatfield

AL10 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Sexual health clinic - Hatfield Centre

Queensway

Hatfield

AL10 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Dental Nurse to join our Community and Specialist Dental Service Team. You will play an important role in helping us deliver high-quality dental care to children and adults who are unable to access treatment through a General Dental Practitioner.

Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will assist in providing a full range of NHS restorative and preventive dental treatments, including supporting sedation services. Care may be delivered in clinics, schools, care homes, day centres and patients' homes where appropriate.

You will prepare clinical environments, support clinicians during treatment and help ensure patients receive safe, effective and person-centred care. This includes responding to individual needs, providing pre- and post-treatment information, and always maintaining patients' privacy, dignity and wellbeing.

The role also involves preparing surgeries and temporary clinical settings, ensuring appropriate infection prevention measures are followed and that equipment, instruments and materials are available and ready for use.

If you are committed to delivering excellent patient care, enjoy working collaboratively and want to make a positive difference to people who may face barriers to accessing dental services, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

• Provide chairside support to clinicians and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
• Support inhalation and intravenous sedation clinics. Training will be provided where required.
• Prepare and maintain clinical environments, ensuring equipment, materials and instruments are available and ready for use.
• Follow Trust policies and local procedures relating to infection prevention, radiography, waste management and health and safety.
• Decontaminate dental instruments in accordance with HTM 01-05 and other relevant guidance.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and carry out stock rotation.
• Check that emergency drugs and equipment are available, in date and ready for use.
• Maintain accurate patient records and electronic diaries in line with information governance and data protection requirements.
• Receive and record patient fees and follow cash-handling procedures where required.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Adapt communication to meet individual needs, including supporting people with communication difficulties, learning disabilities, anxiety, sensory impairments or other additional needs.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, in writing and electronically.
• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals to support positive patient outcomes and a high-quality patient experience.

About us

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.