Team Manager

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about providing a high quality Sexual Health service in our Chichester clinic. Our Chichester clinic is based within the outpatients department of St Richards Hospital, and is part of the West Sussex Integrated Sexual Health Service which also runs services in Worthing, Crawley, Horsham and Bognor.The successful applicant will be responsible for managing a small team of nursing and administration staff. They will work with the operational group to ensure the service meets contractual expectations and key performance indicators.As part of the multi-disciplinary team of nursing, admin and medical staff the post holder will demonstrate excellent clinical skills, be trained in both GUM and contraception and should also hold a LOC for implant removal and fitting. They will have experience in managing a department on a regular basis and in managing staff with experience in recruitment, sickness management, competency and
disciplinary. They will be expected to uphold the values of the Trust and follow a patient first approach to improving the quality of care for patients and to build and embed a culture where staff are confident raise their views be heard.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses., The post holder will lead on the provision of the Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) within the locality (hub and spokes). Responsible for the management of the nursing and administration team within the hub.

Works with the Operational Group to ensure the service design and processes meet local and national initiatives, targets, contractual expectations and key performance indicators, demonstrating the planning and implementation of an integrated model for sexual health.

Acts as a role model for best practice, demonstrating Trust Values and providing specialist knowledge and advice to other staff both within the service and in partner agencies.

Assesses patients/clients, plans, implements care, provides specialist procedures and advice which are up to date and evidence based, delivering factual and current information on all methods of contraception, sexual health, health promotion, health checks and other relevant services which will lead to empowering clients to make their own decision and appropriate choice for their sexual health. Maintains associated records

Supports service wide staff and visiting undergraduate and graduate students in the achievement of competencies, ensuring the department provides appropriate learning opportunities.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.