Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Garth, a high security Category B male prison located in Leyland. HMP Garth has capacity of around 850, and houses men serving long term and indeterminate sentences.
This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same
Hours
This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis. The rota is:
Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shifts are 07:30 - 19:45 We have an 8 week rota, and 2 of those weeks are night shifts, working the same as above, but 19:45 - 07:30.
Salary
You will receive an annual salary of between £25,557 - £29,723 per 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
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Main duties of the job
As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:
* Deliver exceptional care to patients, both in the healthcare department and on the wings
* Be involved in the implementation of clinical care packages, phlebotomy and assessment, treatment and the evaluation of patients care
* Support the primary care nursing team with all aspects of care
* Support clinics, including bloods, ECGs, weight etc
* Act as a second checker in pharmacy as required
* You will primarily be working within the primary care team, although may be required to carry out duties in the substance misuse or mental health teams
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:
* Company pension scheme
* 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
* Excellent long-term career prospects
* 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.
Our new Healthcare Assistant will:
* Ideally hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or Care Certificate
* Have experience within phlebotomy - this is highly desirable
* Have experience in a clinical care setting previously - ideally from a hospital or prison setting
* Have clinical experience - venepuncture, ECGs etc
* Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approach
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 right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,557 to £29,723 a year £25,557 - £29,723 per annum depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
14056
Job locations
Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR268NE
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Garth, a high security Category B male prison located in Leyland. HMP Garth has capacity of around 850, and houses men serving long term and indeterminate sentences.
This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same
Hours
This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis. The rota is:
Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shifts are 07:30 - 19:45 We have an 8 week rota, and 2 of those weeks are night shifts, working the same as above, but 19:45 - 07:30.
Salary
You will receive an annual salary of between £25,557 - £29,723 per 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
#LI-AB Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Garth, a high security Category B male prison located in Leyland. HMP Garth has capacity of around 850, and houses men serving long term and indeterminate sentences.
This role sits within our Primary Care team, where you will support with clinics, work with pharmacy and respond to emergency situations - no 2 days are ever the same
Hours
This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis. The rota is:
Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shifts are 07:30 - 19:45 We have an 8 week rota, and 2 of those weeks are night shifts, working the same as above, but 19:45 - 07:
Salary
You will receive an annual salary of between £25,557 - £29,723 per 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
#LI-AB
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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
Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR268NE
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Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Garth Prison, Ulnes Walton Lane
Leyland
Lancashire
PR268NE
Employer's website
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