Practice Plus Group are delighted to have been awarded the healthcare contract for HMP Fosse Way, Category C resettlement prison in Leicester from 1stJuly 2025.
HMP Fosse Way opened in May 2023. Its state of the art design and facilities offer a secure environment to provide skills and qualifications to the men, enabling them to secure meaningful employment on release with the aim of reducing reoffending rates.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join us at HMP Fosse Way from the beginning of July.
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
Practice Plus Group are delighted to have been awarded the healthcare contract for HMP Fosse Way, Category C resettlement prison in Leicester from 1stJuly 2025.
HMP Fosse Way opened in May 2023. Its state of the art design and facilities offer a secure environment to provide skills and qualifications to the men, enabling them to secure meaningful employment on release with the aim of reducing reoffending rates.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join us at HMP Fosse Way from the beginning of July.
Salary
This position is full time,youll receive an annual salary up to £29,500per annum depending on experience.
How will 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
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
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. You will
* Support the registered nurse in implementing an agreed plan of care in association with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received whilst promoting safe patient care
* Be willing to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance clinical service delivery.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:
* 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 you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:
* we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
* we act with integrity
* we embrace diversity
* we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all
Qualifications required
* NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care
* A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
* Excellent communication skills
* Good IT skills and IT literacy
* Ability to work within a busy environment
* Ability to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
Practice Plus Group are delighted to have been awarded the healthcare contract for HMP Fosse Way, Category C resettlement prison in Leicester from 1stJuly 2025.
HMP Fosse Way opened in May 2023. Its state of the art design and facilities offer a secure environment to provide skills and qualifications to the men, enabling them to secure meaningful employment on release with the aim of reducing reoffending rates.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join us at HMP Fosse Way from the beginning of July.
Salary
This position is full time,youll receive an annual salary up to £29,500per annum depending on experience.
How will 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
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
Person Specification
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Experience
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Additional Criteria
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
1 Tigers Road
Glen Parva
Wigston
LE18 4WS
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
£24,669 to £29,500 a yearUp to £29,500 per annum depending on experience
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