Health Care Assistant - Knowsley Community Sexual Health

Health Care Assistant - Knowsley Community Sexual Health

Employer: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Liverpool, L36 9GA

Pay:

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours:

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 04/02/2026

Act as a Band 3 Health Care Assistant in the Knowsley Community Sexual Health Service, supporting the multidisciplinary team in delivering Integrated Sexual Health and Contraception services.

• Provide patient care and support, demonstrating professionalism and adhering to competencies.
• Conduct venepuncture and assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Obtain baseline observations and administer routine clinical assessments.
• Conduct STI screening for asymptomatic patients and refer accordingly.
• Manage computer systems and ordering of stock, ensuring timely replenishment.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties, including paperwork, stocking, and patient data entry.
• Adapt to a fast‑paced environment with flexible early and evening shifts across multiple sites.
• Commit to a structured induction programme and ongoing training and support from senior staff.

• Band 3 HCA with an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or a National Care Certificate, or willingness to attain this qualification.
• Excellent IT and computer skills, with the ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience or willingness to perform venepuncture.
• Previous experience in a sexual health or contraception service is desirable but not essential.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and cover a range of shift patterns.

Positive working environment within the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, opportunities for development and training, and structured support from a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Note:

This advert closes on Monday 19 Jan 2026.