Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse – NHS Sponsorship Available
Employer: Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Job Title: Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959–£48,117 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Location: Lyng Centre for Health and Social Care, West Bromwich, B70 7AW
Closing Date: 24 September 2026
Reference: 381-CT-8013432
Sponsorship: Skilled Worker sponsorship applicants welcome
About the Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse Role
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust is recruiting a Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse for its Sandwell Sexual Health services.
This is a Band 6 development opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse who wants to develop professionally within contraception, sexual health and genitourinary medicine.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to receive training and development to build the skills required to work as a senior Contraception and Sexual Health Nurse.
The role is based primarily at the Lyng Centre for Health and Social Care in West Bromwich, with work also taking place across outreach services in Sandwell.
You will work alongside consultants and senior specialist nurses while developing your clinical skills and knowledge. The service provides comprehensive, evidence-based and patient-focused contraception, genitourinary medicine, integrated sexual health and HIV services.
Why This NHS Role Could Be Attractive to Nurses Seeking Sponsorship
Importantly, the employer states that:
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.
This makes the vacancy particularly relevant to eligible nurses who are already in the UK and require sponsorship, as well as eligible overseas applicants seeking a sponsored NHS nursing opportunity.
Applicants must, however, have current UK professional registration and meet the requirements of the role.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide clinical care to patients accessing sexual health and contraception services, including vulnerable and hard-to-reach groups.
Key duties include:
- Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individual patient care.
- Carrying out consultations and clinical assessments based on individual needs.
- Undertaking higher-level clinical duties under the direction or supervision of a senior nurse or practitioner.
- Supporting the management of patients throughout their care journey, from initial contact through to discharge.
- Collecting clinical specimens as directed by senior clinical staff or doctors.
- Ensuring specimens are correctly labelled, recorded, stored, transported or disposed of.
- Collecting peripheral or venous blood samples.
- Administering prescribed medication.
- Supporting diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of patient care.
- Providing sexual health and contraception advice and education.
- Working with consultants and specialist nurses to develop clinical competencies.
- Contributing to care for vulnerable and hard-to-reach patient groups.
- Maintaining appropriate clinical and professional standards.
Clinical Development Opportunities
A major feature of the vacancy is its development focus.
The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and supervision while working alongside experienced consultants and senior specialist nurses.
The role provides an opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills in areas including:
- Contraception
- Sexual health
- Genitourinary medicine
- HIV services
- Clinical assessment
- Patient history taking
- Clinical examination
- Safeguarding
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Specimen collection
- Venepuncture
- Patient education
- Evaluation of care
Relevant previous experience in genitourinary medicine is desirable but is not listed as an essential requirement.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Current registration as a Registered General Nurse.
- Current UK NMC registration.
- Substantial post-registration experience within a hospital or healthcare setting.
- Venepuncture skills.
- Ability to calculate drug dosages.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-focused care.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration to be considered for the role.
Desirable Experience and Qualifications
The Trust identifies the following as desirable:
- Relevant clinical experience in an outpatient setting.
- Recent clinical experience in genitourinary medicine.
- Relevant voluntary experience.
- Experience undertaking cervical cytology.
- BASHH Sexual Infections Foundation Course or similar training.
- Training in cervical cytology.
- Previous mentorship skills or qualification.
Not every desirable criterion is required. Applicants should carefully compare their experience against the full NHS person specification before applying.
Salary and Employment Package
The position is offered at NHS Band 6, with a salary of:
£39,959 to £48,117 per annum pro rata
The post is permanent and offers both full-time and part-time working patterns.
The exact salary received by a part-time employee will depend on contracted hours.
Location
The main workplace is:
SWB NHS Trust – Lyng Centre for Health and Social Care
Frank Fisher Way
West Bromwich
B70 7AW
United Kingdom
The successful nurse may also work across outreach services throughout Sandwell.
Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Yes — the vacancy explicitly states that Skilled Worker sponsorship applicants are welcome.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust states that applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside other applications.
However, sponsorship is not automatic. Applicants must meet the relevant immigration, professional registration, role and eligibility requirements.
The advert also states that applicants must have current UK professional registration.
For nurses applying from overseas, UK NMC registration and the relevant UK immigration requirements should therefore be considered before applying.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may suit:
- Registered nurses seeking a Band 6 NHS position.
- Nurses with substantial post-registration healthcare experience.
- Nurses interested in sexual and reproductive health.
- Nurses looking to develop expertise in contraception and sexual health.
- Nurses with outpatient clinical experience.
- Nurses with genitourinary medicine experience.
- UK-based nurses seeking a permanent Band 6 position.
- Eligible nurses who require Skilled Worker sponsorship.
Candidates without previous genitourinary medicine experience may still be interested because relevant GUM experience is listed as desirable rather than essential, while the role provides training and development.
Application and Selection
Applicants should ensure that their application clearly demonstrates how they meet the essential criteria in the person specification.
Particular attention should be given to:
- Current NMC registration.
- Post-registration healthcare experience.
- Venepuncture competence.
- Clinical assessment and patient-care experience.
- Drug dosage calculation.
- Relevant sexual health, contraception, outpatient or GUM experience where applicable.
The full job description and person specification should be reviewed before submitting an application.
Important Sponsorship Note
The vacancy explicitly welcomes applicants who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship.
However, applicants should not interpret this as a guarantee that every applicant will receive sponsorship. Eligibility depends on the individual’s circumstances and the applicable UK immigration and professional requirements.
International applicants should also check the requirements for criminal record certificates where applicable. The advert states that applicants applying for UK entry clearance may need criminal record certificates from countries where they have lived for the required period.
Closing Date
24 September 2026
Applications should be submitted before the advertised closing date.
Job Reference
381-CT-8013432
Employer
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
The Trust serves Birmingham and the Black Country and describes its values as Ambition, Respect and Compassion.
Its stated purpose is to improve the life chances and health outcomes of the population it serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this job offer Skilled Worker sponsorship?
Yes. The advert explicitly states that applicants requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applicants.
Is this a Band 6 NHS job?
Yes. The vacancy is advertised as Band 6, with a salary of £39,959–£48,117 per annum pro rata.
Is the position permanent?
Yes. The contract is permanent.
Is this role full-time?
The Trust offers both full-time and part-time working patterns.
Do I need UK NMC registration?
Yes. Current UK professional registration is an essential requirement.
Do I need previous genitourinary medicine experience?
Not necessarily. GUM experience is listed as desirable rather than essential. The position also provides training and development opportunities.
Where is the job based?
The main location is the Lyng Centre for Health and Social Care in West Bromwich, with outreach services across Sandwell.
When does the vacancy close?
The closing date is 24 September 2026.
Is this suitable for nurses seeking sponsorship from outside the UK?
Potentially, yes. The employer explicitly welcomes applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship. However, applicants must satisfy UK professional registration and immigration requirements.
Full Details + Apply
For the official vacancy, review the complete job description and person specification and submit your application through the NHS recruitment system.
Job Reference: 381-CT-8013432
Closing Date: 24 September 2026
Important: Sponsorship eligibility should be confirmed against your individual circumstances and current UK immigration rules before relying on this vacancy for a visa application.