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Salary for this role£39,959 – £48,117 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)
This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.
Closest occupation match: SOC 2233, Registered specialist nurses. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
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Role description
Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable individual to join and support our HIV Clinical Nurse Specialist team at the Northern Sexual Health service.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality nursing to patients under the care of HIV Services across the Northern. The role involves being closely involved in the management of reactive HIV test results from the Emergency Department Blood Borne Virus opt-out testing programme, including supporting newly diagnosed patients and reengaging patient who may have been out of care
This is a great opportunity to develop clinical knowledge and skills in the care of those living with HIV. The post-holder will be involved in the management of a caseload of people with multiple needs. They will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team which includes, Consultants, Registrars, Pharmacists and clinical psychologists.
In addition to direct patient care, the post holder will be involved in clinical administration, supporting junior staff and students and supporting senior nurses to ensure that high standards of quality of care are maintained. The role involves participating fully in continuing professional development.
A band 5-6 training role would be considered if applicants are lacking in clinical skills or experience.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the daily HIV Clinical Nurse Specialist services for people living with HIV, offering clinical advice, self-management support and referral to other appropriate voluntary services to promote health and wellbeing.
Your will need to work with a high degree of autonomy, managing your own clinic caseload, possess excellent communication skills & ideally have experience in caring for patients with HIV and/or other complex care needs.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, across multiple settings including at different clinics.
They will work as part of a wider MDT and will need to participate in regular HIV MDT meetings. There is requirement to support the further development of our injectable clinics and outreach/reengagement services.
The post-holder will provide highly specialist care, treatment, advice, information and education to people living with or affected by HIV, in accordance with MFT, NHIVNA, BHIVA, BASHH and other speciality guidelines.
The post-holder will be supported to develop skills to routinely review stable patients with oversight of the Band 7 nurses and consultants. This may include non-medical prescriber qualifications. They will supply medication (as appropriate) within the boundaries of Patient Group Directions, undertaking the necessary training if required.
There is an expectation to support pre and post registration nurses, and other staff groups as required.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-MRI-8361577-RL4
Job locations
Hathersage Centre
Upper Brook Street
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.
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Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.
The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.
For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december
DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.
Person Specification
Skills and Ability
Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organisational skills
Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
Cervical cytology trained or willing to undertake training
Sexual and reproductive health competencies or willing to undertake training
Evidence of leadership development
Non medical prescribing or willing to undertake training
Experience
Essential
Substantial post qualification experience
Current clinical HIV experience
Desirable
Portfolio of evidence showing achievements in practice/specialty
NHIVNA competencies
Qualification
Essential
NMC registered professional qualification
Desirable
Specialty qualification
Preparation for Mentorship or equivalent or willing to undertake
Teaching qualification
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge of HIV and sexual health including STI management.
Understanding of issues around confidentiality & consent.
Understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
Desirable
Understanding of risk management issues including incident reporting
Awareness of local and national strategies in relation to delivery of HIV services
IM&T
Essential
Competent in use of IT packages such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Good knowledge of clinical information systems
Desirable
Competent in databases and spread-sheets
Other
Essential
Possess own means of transport to enable travel between clinics and to facilitate outreach.
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.
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.