Job Summary
Are you a passionate and experienced mental health professional ready to take on a leadership role that makes a profound difference? Our Mental Health Team at HMP Deerbolt is seeking a dedicated Clinical Lead (Band 6) to guide and inspire our service.
This is more than a job; it’s a unique opportunity to provide vital, high‑quality care to a vulnerable and complex population. As a Clinical Lead, you will be at the heart of a multi‑disciplinary team, using your expertise to assess, plan, and deliver specialist interventions while supporting and supervising junior staff.
We offer a rewarding challenge where your skills will be valued every day. In return for your commitment, you will receive a highly competitive agency rate and the chance to work a condensed week, giving you more full days off to enjoy life outside of work.
If you are a registered mental health nurse with the resilience to lead in a dynamic environment and the drive to champion patient care, we want to hear from you.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Clinical Leadership – Provide strong, daily clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of high‑standard, evidence‑based care.
* Patient Care – Hold a complex caseload, conducting comprehensive assessments, formulating risk management plans, and delivering specialist psychological interventions.
* Supervision & Support – Provide professional supervision, mentorship, and support to Band 5 nurses and other junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
* Multi‑Disciplinary Working – Act as a key senior contact within the multi‑disciplinary team (MDT), collaborating with healthcare, prison staff, and external agencies to coordinate seamless patient care.
* Service Development – Contribute to the ongoing development and evaluation of clinical services, participating in clinical audit and promoting best practices.
* Clinical Governance – Uphold high standards of clinical governance, ensuring all care is delivered safely, effectively, and compassionately in line with professional and prison security protocols.
Qualifications
Essential
* A valid professional registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with the NMC.
* Substantial post‑registration experience working in a mental health setting.
* Proven experience in a senior or leadership capacity (e.g. Band 6 or equivalent), including supervising others.
* Experience in conducting complex risk assessments and formulating management plans.
* The ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills.
* A non‑judgmental and resilient approach to working with a complex patient population.
* Prison Clearance – the ability to obtain and maintain HM Prison and Probation Service security clearance.
Desirable
* Previous experience working within a forensic, secure, or prison mental health service.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check – This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration – Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Employer name: Tehy Care Group
Address:
H M Young Offenders Institution
Bowes Road
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 9BG
Employer website: https://www.tehycare.com
Job Details
* Date posted: 23 October 2025
* Band: 6
* Pay scheme: £25 to £35 an hour
* Contract type: Locum
* Duration: 6 months
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: B0654-25-0031
* Job location: H M Young Offenders Institution, Bowes Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9BG
The Organisation
We are a leading healthcare recruitment agency, partnering with the NHS to place exceptional clinical talent in specialist settings. Our mission is to connect dedicated professionals like you with roles where you can truly lead and make an impact. We foster a collaborative and transparent atmosphere, ensuring you are fully prepared and supported throughout your assignment.
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