Overview

Working Full Time: 37.5 hours per week

The Trust is looking to recruit a trained Nurse Colposcopist to lead our service with BSCCP colposcopy accreditation. The role is predominantly based in Colposcopy, with hybrid opportunities combining other gynaecology specialisms. Candidates are encouraged to contact the team to discuss opportunities.

We seek an enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidate who will use leadership, clinical expertise, evidence-based practice and innovation to facilitate and deliver patient-centered, safe and effective care. The post holder will lead by example, motivate others and deliver high standards of care. You will work closely with the lead clinician to improve operational efficiency and enhance the performance of the colposcopy service.

The successful candidate will be part of a skilled team of consultants and nurse specialists that support the Trust and the Gynaecology Service in delivering NHS Cervical Screening Programme and BSCCP standards. You will act as an expert in Colposcopy and must have experience in the wider gynaecology service.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse Specialist for Colposcopy will work with the named Lead Consultants to deliver clinical objectives for the Gynaecology and Colposcopy services. As an accredited nurse Colposcopist, you will act as an autonomous practitioner in diagnostic and therapeutic clinic sessions, taking responsibility and accountability for appropriate clinical management and care programmes. The post holder is responsible for the standards and evaluation of training and supervision of nursing staff within the unit. The CNS Colposcopist will participate in the collaborative management of the Gynaecology Service and be a key member of the Senior Nursing Management Team.

About us

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and Welsh patients. The Trust collaborates within the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership and operates from three locations:

• The Countess of Chester Hospital: 438 general and acute beds
• Ellesmere Port Hospital: 56 beds (rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient)
• Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: base for community services serving the local rural population

The Trust employs over 5,916 staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services and obstetric services to a population of approximately 411,000.

Details

Date posted: 18 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 210-2025-516-A

Job location: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL

Job description

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence and values.

DBS information: Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check; costs will be deducted from salary over the first three months. You are encouraged to enrol in the DBS Update Service (small annual fee applies).

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as we may close the vacancy before the advertised date if a large number of applications are received. Good luck with your application.

Qualifications

Essential

• RN/RSCN Diploma or Degree
• NMC Registered
• Management Qualification (ISM) or relevant management experience
• Extensive experience at senior level/leadership role
• MSc in Health, Quality or leadership related or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment or equivalent
• Colposcopy Accreditation
• Non-medical prescribing or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment
• Recognised teaching/assessing qualification 998/997/mentorship

Desirable

• Trained in Advanced Life Support
• Continuous Professional Development portfolio
• Postgraduate Certificate in Education
• A recognised qualification in cancer or Urology nursing (e.g., ENB A11 or ENB N09)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of advanced clinical, psychological, and social needs of patients in colposcopy
• Understanding of strategic health economy targets for gynaecology services
• Knowledge of national/local targets, NICE guidelines and policies in relation to gynaecology care
• Understanding of current national cancer policy and implications for colposcopy practice
• Evidence of prior senior clinical decision making
• Evidence of recent research and audit; change management and/or innovative practice

Desirable

• Advanced communication training
• Experience of leading patient involvement and feedback

Skills and Abilities

• Analytical and judgmental skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Research/audit skills
• Self-reliant, proactive
• Flexible to meet service needs
• Acknowledgment of limitations in practice
• Commitment to own professional development

Disclosure and Sponsorship

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Applicants must have UK registration where applicable. This post may require a Skilled Worker sponsorship; see UK Visas and Immigration guidance for details.

Employer details

Employer name: Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL