Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join our team working across HMP New Hall and HMP Askham Grange. HMP New Hall is a closed category prison and HMP Askham Grange is an open prison, both for females.
Hours
This is a part‑time role working 18.75 hours per week. We are looking for someone to work between Monday and Friday; specific hours to be discussed at interview.
Salary
Annual salary up to £55,944 per annum (full time equivalent) depending on experience.
How we support you
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding evidence‑based care to our patients by seeking out, listening to and acting on feedback so that patient engagement is at the centre of service delivery.
- Provide day‑to‑day operational service delivery and data with integrity, in a timely manner to meet commissioner expectations.
- Deliver non‑judgemental, compassionate care within the financial framework that is safe, high quality and in line with CQC requirements.
- Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with statutory responsibilities whilst driving excellence.
- Inspire trust and excellence in your people by proactively leading the service and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification.
- Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams.
- Experience of working in CQC or equivalent registered services such as HMIP.
- Experience of client management or meeting commissioner expectations.
- Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience
- Experience in secure environments providing healthcare services.
- Ability to work within a structured, regulated setting and address the unique challenges of secure settings.
Additional criteria
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Legal right to work in the UK; employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Practice Plus Group
5 New Hall Way, Flockton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4AX
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join our team working across HMP New Hall and HMP Askham Grange. HMP New Hall is a closed category prison and HMP Askham Grange is an open prison, both for females.
Hours
This is a part‑time role working 18.75 hours per week. We are looking for someone to work between Monday and Friday; specific hours to be discussed at interview.
Salary
Annual salary up to £55,944 per annum (full time equivalent) depending on experience.
How we support you
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding evidence‑based care to our patients by seeking out, listening to and acting on feedback so that patient engagement is at the centre of service delivery.
- Provide day‑to‑day operational service delivery and data with integrity, in a timely manner to meet commissioner expectations.
- Deliver non‑judgemental, compassionate care within the financial framework that is safe, high quality and in line with CQC requirements.
- Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with statutory responsibilities whilst driving excellence.
- Inspire trust and excellence in your people by proactively leading the service and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification.
- Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams.
- Experience of working in CQC or equivalent registered services such as HMIP.
- Experience of client management or meeting commissioner expectations.
- Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience
- Experience in secure environments providing healthcare services.
- Ability to work within a structured, regulated setting and address the unique challenges of secure settings.
Additional criteria
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Legal right to work in the UK; employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Practice Plus Group
5 New Hall Way, Flockton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4AX
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
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