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, with specific hours to be discussed at interview.
The position offers an annual salary of up to £55,944 per annum on a full‑time equivalent basis, depending on experience.
How will we support you?
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to support your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK, and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding evidence‑based care to patients by seeking, listening to, and acting on feedback so that patient engagement is at the centre of service delivery.
- Deliver 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.
- Achieve adherence to policies and procedures and compliance with statutory responsibilities while driving excellence.
- Inspire trust and excellence in the staff by proactively leading the service, motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is a valuable asset, and ensuring key stakeholders that we provide a service people can trust, feel safe in, and feel proud of.
If you are interested in career development, we offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and experience, including both internal and external options.
Benefits
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed
Qualifications
- Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification
- Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams
- Experience working within 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
Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals. This role offers the opportunity to develop existing healthcare skills and to learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still.
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Hours
This is a part‑time role working 18.75 hours per week. We are looking for someone to work between Monday and Friday, with specific hours to be discussed at interview.
The position offers an annual salary of up to £55,944 per annum on a full‑time equivalent basis, depending on experience.
How will we support you?
- Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Our bespoke Learning Management System to support your learning needs
- Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK, and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding evidence‑based care to patients by seeking, listening to, and acting on feedback so that patient engagement is at the centre of service delivery.
- Deliver 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.
- Achieve adherence to policies and procedures and compliance with statutory responsibilities while driving excellence.
- Inspire trust and excellence in the staff by proactively leading the service, motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is a valuable asset, and ensuring key stakeholders that we provide a service people can trust, feel safe in, and feel proud of.
If you are interested in career development, we offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and experience, including both internal and external options.
Benefits
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed
Qualifications
- Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification
- Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams
- Experience working within 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
Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals. This role offers the opportunity to develop existing healthcare skills and to learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still.
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