We are seeking a highly capable and resilient Deputy Head of Healthcare to play a key role in the overall delivery of healthcare services within a secure custodial environment. You will be joining HMP Lancaster Farms, a Category C male prison located on the outskirts of Lancaster, with capacity of around 550, with expansion plans of around an additional 250. This is a senior role, with management responsibility for clinical leads across the pathways (primary care, mental health and substance misuse), in which you will be supporting the Head of Healthcare. Applicants will ideally have prison / secure setting experience, and must hold a valid professional registration, ideally an NMC pin. Hours Shifts are Monday- Friday, 09:00 - 17:00. Working 37.5 hours per week.
Responsibilities
* Work closely with the Head of Healthcare and senior team to deliver the best service possible to patients.
* Support all pathways that we offer - mental health, primary care and substance misuse.
* Deputise for the Head of Healthcare when necessary.
* Have responsibility for the operational management of the service.
* Continuously review and assess the service being delivered.
* Review and improve standards and processes.
* Support the Head of Healthcare in delivering agreed contractual requirements and targets from NHS England and drive their strategic vision for the service.
* Ensure effective day-to-day operational management of all clinical services across the site.
* Ensure agreed standards are achieved by leading, developing and motivating your team, ensuring they receive appropriate managerial supervision and performance appraisal.
Career Development & Benefits
* 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.
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.
Requirements
* Hold a current registration, such as NMC / HCPC etc.
* Ideally have previous experience within a prison or secure setting.
* Be very proactive with an appetite for change.
* Inclusive leadership approach embedding a culture of continuous progression and innovation.
* Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
* Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders.
* Have budget management experience.
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 their 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.
Salary
This position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary of £48,526 - £53,754 depending on experience.
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