Deputy Head of Healthcare

Company: Practice Plus Group
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Location: Long Marston
Job Description:

Deputy Head of Healthcare

HMP Long Lartin, a men’s prison, South Littleton, Worcestershire.

Hours

Monday – Friday: 8 am – 4 pm

Salary

£48,000 – £52,000 per annum (full‑time).

How we support you

  • Bespoke induction and Introduce Health in Justice training course
  • Competency framework
  • Regional and national career development opportunities
  • Learning Management System for learning needs
  • Support from the wider team

Responsibilities

  • Deputise for the Head of Healthcare in all aspects of the role.
  • Hold a clinical qualification (NMC or HCPC) and provide clinical leadership to the healthcare department.
  • Provide day‑to‑day operational service delivery and data with integrity and timely reporting to meet commissioner expectations.
  • Promote best practice, clinical supervision, evidence‑based care, and continuous quality improvement to embed a culture of shared learning.
  • Deliver non‑judgemental, compassionate care within a safe, high‑quality financial framework in line with CQC requirements.

Qualifications, skills and experience required

  • Clinical qualification and valid registration.
  • Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams.
  • Experience 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.
  • Understanding of clinical governance.

Benefits

  • Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
  • Support to grow in role and continue professional development.
  • 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK. Employment is subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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Posted: July 7th, 2026