Overview
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our mental health team at HMP Stocken. HMP Stocken is a category C training prison housing around 1056 patients, the majority of whom are aged between 21–40 years. You will be working closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver support to adult males with complex mental health and trauma needs.
Hours
20 hours per week, across 2.5 days. We are happy to create a rolling rota (2 days one week, 3 the next) and are flexible on which days are worked Monday to Friday. A full-time role may be available if working across both HMP Stocken and either HMP Gartree or HMP Five Wells.
Salary
This position is 20 hours per week with an annual salary up to £180,000 FTE, depending on experience.
How we will support you
* You will be part of a team of 15+ experienced and supportive Consultant psychiatrists
* You can attend monthly Consultant meetings and 1:1 clinical supervision
* Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
* Competency framework
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 Consultant Psychiatrist, your responsibilities will vary. You will:
* Provide excellent clinical care, assessment and treatment to patients on the case load onsite
* Actively participate in the strategic direction of the mental health service, lead the senior mental health clinicians on service developments and provide clinical supervision
* Work within the multidisciplinary team to review referrals, determine appropriate treatment plans, conduct risk assessments, and engage in multidisciplinary complex case reviews
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, including internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesn’t 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. We’re the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of background.
Practice Plus Group’s 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 driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for fair and inclusive healthcare access for all.
Qualifications
* Registered professional with current registration (GMC)
* Specialist Registration in either General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry
* Approved under section 12(2) of the MHS 1983
* Understanding of the complexities of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working
* Up-to-date knowledge in adult psychiatry and PD
* Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy and legislation
Secure environments are challenging and rewarding for healthcare professionals. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new daily in an environment that never stands still, this could be the right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted: 09 September 2025
Job location: 2 Stocken Hall Rd, Stretton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7RD
Salary: Up to £180,000 per annum FTE depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 10139-8
#J-18808-Ljbffr