Lead Nurse Colposcopist/ Nurse Specialist inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED 2 MAY 2024

Demonstrable experience as a BSCCP accredited nurse colposcopist.
Job summary

To practice independently as a Nurse Colposcopist, accredited by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP).

To hold the Colposcopy Screening Programme Lead (CSPL) role as set out by Public Health England (PHE) for the Trust.

To work as an advanced practitioner and effectively lead and deliver an expert nursing service within the Colposcopy Department.

To manage and develop the Colposcopy nursing team acting as a professional leader to provide high quality care to women accessing this service.

To maintain a cost-effective service, based upon the objectives of the department, care group and the Trust.

To ensure that patients and their families are fully informed and supported by providing clinical and social support.

To assist in the development of evidence based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines.

Main duties of the job

St George's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and ambitious Lead Nurse Colposcopist to collaboratively lead our colposcopy service and drive the development of our nurse colposcopists' team.


Key Responsibilities:


  1. Clinical Practice
    : Ensure the highest standard of evidence-based clinical care in line with NHSCSP guidelines for all patients attending Colposcopy Clinics.

  2. Leadership
    : Take a lead role in clinical colposcopy-related enquiries from Cytologists, Pathologists, GPs, and other clinicians. Provide emergency cover to prevent clinic cancellations at short notice.

  3. Management
    : Manage day-to-day care for all patients in the clinical area, continually develop, implement, and evaluate the Lead Nurse Colposcopist role.

  4. Education and Research
    : Influence patient care through clinical practice, leadership, education, research, and audit. Support and guide colposcopy trainees as a recognized Colposcopy Trainer.

  5. Human Resources
    : Take responsibility for the Colposcopy service and nursing staff working across the service/site.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Current Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration.
  • Practice independently as a nurse colposcopist, accredited by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP).
  • Exceptional clinical capability and experience in Colposcopy services.
  • Hold or be working towards a Master's degree in a related subject.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Grade: Band 8a
  • Salary: £58,698 - £65,095 per annum (inclusive of HCAS)
About us


Why Join Our Department:


  • Pioneer Colposcopy Care
    : Be at the forefront of women's health by providing essential colposcopy care to women, contributing directly to the NHS cervical screening program's success.

  • Leadership Opportunities
    : Collaboratively Lead the Colposcopy service and drive the development of a team of nurse colposcopists, influencing patient care, and promoting clinical excellence.

  • National Impact
    : Play a crucial role in meeting national targets for cervical screening, addressing a significant backlog of women awaiting appointments.

  • Diverse and Dynamic Team
    : Join a multidisciplinary team in a modern and caring healthcare environment, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Why Join St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust:


  • Size and Scope
    : As one of the UK's largest and busiest acute NHS Trusts, we serve over 3.5 million people across south London and beyond.

  • Patient-Centric Care
    : Our facilities provide a compassionate setting for clinical care, education, and research, with over 2,000 patients visiting our sites daily.

  • Specialized Services
    : As a major acute hospital, St George's Hospital offers specialized care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal transplantation, cancer care, and stroke.

  • Endoscopy Training
    : We provide a nationwide endoscopy training service, contributing to the development of medical professionals across the country.
Job description

Job responsibilities

Join us at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and be part of a team committed to providing excellent clinical care, education, and research in a dynamic and caring environment.

Together, we can make a real impact on women's health and the success of the NHS cervical screening program. Apply now to seize this exceptional opportunity!

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Join us at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and be part of a team committed to providing excellent clinical care, education, and research in a dynamic and caring environment.

Together, we can make a real impact on women's health and the success of the NHS cervical screening program. Apply now to seize this exceptional opportunity!

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse
  • BSCCP accreditation
  • Mentorship module or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years experience as Nurse Colposcopist
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable

  • Educated to a Masters level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development.
  • Trained Hysteroscopist
  • Leadership Development Programme
Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a BSCCP accredited nurse colposcopist
  • Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to woman centred care
  • Change management experience
Desirable

  • Basic counselling Skills
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Project Management Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and training

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse
  • BSCCP accreditation
  • Mentorship module or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years experience as Nurse Colposcopist
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable

  • Educated to a Masters level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development.
  • Trained Hysteroscopist
  • Leadership Development Programme
Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a BSCCP accredited nurse colposcopist
  • Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to woman centred care
  • Change management experience
Desirable

  • Basic counselling Skills
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Project Management Skills
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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

St George's Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address

St George's NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT

Employer's website
Job summary

To practice independently as a Nurse Colposcopist, accredited by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP).

To hold the Colposcopy Screening Programme Lead (CSPL) role as set out by Public Health England (PHE) for the Trust.

To work as an advanced practitioner and effectively lead and deliver an expert nursing service within the Colposcopy Department.

To manage and develop the Colposcopy nursing team acting as a professional leader to provide high quality care to women accessing this service.

To maintain a cost-effective service, based upon the objectives of the department, care group and the Trust.

To ensure that patients and their families are fully informed and supported by providing clinical and social support.

To assist in the development of evidence based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines.

Main duties of the job

St George's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and ambitious Lead Nurse Colposcopist to collaboratively lead our colposcopy service and drive the development of our nurse colposcopists' team.

Key Responsibilities:


  1. Clinical Practice
    : Ensure the highest standard of evidence-based clinical care in line with NHSCSP guidelines for all patients attending Colposcopy Clinics.

  2. Leadership
    : Take a lead role in clinical colposcopy-related enquiries from Cytologists, Pathologists, GPs, and other clinicians. Provide emergency cover to prevent clinic cancellations at short notice.

  3. Management
    : Manage day-to-day care for all patients in the clinical area, continually develop, implement, and evaluate the Lead Nurse Colposcopist role.

  4. Education and Research
    : Influence patient care through clinical practice, leadership, education, research, and audit. Support and guide colposcopy trainees as a recognized Colposcopy Trainer.

  5. Human Resources
    : Take responsibility for the Colposcopy service and nursing staff working across the service/site.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Current Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration.
  • Practice independently as a nurse colposcopist, accredited by the British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP).
  • Exceptional clinical capability and experience in Colposcopy services.
  • Hold or be working towards a Master's degree in a related subject.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Grade: Band 8a
  • Salary: £58,698 - £65,095 per annum (inclusive of HCAS)
About us

Why Join Our Department:


  • Pioneer Colposcopy Care
    : Be at the forefront of women's health by providing essential colposcopy care to women, contributing directly to the NHS cervical screening program's success.

  • Leadership Opportunities
    : Collaboratively Lead the Colposcopy service and drive the development of a team of nurse colposcopists, influencing patient care, and promoting clinical excellence.

  • National Impact
    : Play a crucial role in meeting national targets for cervical screening, addressing a significant backlog of women awaiting appointments.

  • Diverse and Dynamic Team
    : Join a multidisciplinary team in a modern and caring healthcare environment, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Why Join St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust:


  • Size and Scope
    : As one of the UK's largest and busiest acute NHS Trusts, we serve over 3.5 million people across south London and beyond.

  • Patient-Centric Care
    : Our facilities provide a compassionate setting for clinical care, education, and research, with over 2,000 patients visiting our sites daily.

  • Specialized Services
    : As a major acute hospital, St George's Hospital offers specialized care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal transplantation, cancer care, and stroke.

  • Endoscopy Training
    : We provide a nationwide endoscopy training service, contributing to the development of medical professionals across the country.
Job description

Job responsibilities

Join us at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and be part of a team committed to providing excellent clinical care, education, and research in a dynamic and caring environment.

Together, we can make a real impact on women's health and the success of the NHS cervical screening program. Apply now to seize this exceptional opportunity!

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Join us at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and be part of a team committed to providing excellent clinical care, education, and research in a dynamic and caring environment.

Together, we can make a real impact on women's health and the success of the NHS cervical screening program. Apply now to seize this exceptional opportunity!

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse
  • BSCCP accreditation
  • Mentorship module or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years experience as Nurse Colposcopist
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable

  • Educated to a Masters level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development.
  • Trained Hysteroscopist
  • Leadership Development Programme
Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a BSCCP accredited nurse colposcopist
  • Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to woman centred care
  • Change management experience
Desirable

  • Basic counselling Skills
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Project Management Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and training

Essential

  • Registered General Nurse
  • BSCCP accreditation
  • Mentorship module or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years experience as Nurse Colposcopist
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable

  • Educated to a Masters level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development.
  • Trained Hysteroscopist
  • Leadership Development Programme
Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a BSCCP accredited nurse colposcopist
  • Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to woman centred care
  • Change management experience
Desirable

  • Basic counselling Skills
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Project Management Skills
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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

St George's Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address

St George's NHS Foundation Trust

Blackshaw Road

Tooting, London

SW17 0QT

Employer's website


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