Job Title
Clinical Head of Healthcare (Surrey)
Position
Clinical Head of Healthcare
Hours
42hrs per week
Predominantly Monday to Friday, flexible (24/7 service)
Location
Surrey - Multi-site - Hybrid working (Staines, Guildford and Salfords)
Salary
£60,440.69 PA + Car Allowance £4,800
Direct Reports
2 x Clinical Leads
Benefits
£3,000 Relocation Allowance, £1,500 Sign-On Bonus
Overview
Mountain Healthcare is looking for a passionate, resilient, values-driven leader to fill the position of Head of Healthcare and lead our custody healthcare service in Surrey. Join us at Mountain Healthcare, where your expertise can make a real difference to the lives of detainees.
Contact
Please contact the hiring manager via email: Peter.kolakowski@mountainhealthcare.co.uk
How To Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.
Deadline for applications: April 21st 2026
Responsibilities
* Provide effective clinical leadership to Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals.
* Ensure high-quality, patient-focused care while meeting client KPIs.
* Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for service enhancement.
* Oversee staffing levels, skill mix, and compliance with operational standards.
* Act as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development.
* Coordinate healthcare pathways for individuals that come into contact with the criminal justice process.
* Maintain a strong, on-site, presence and communication with staff, patients, and external stakeholders.
* Provide effective clinical leadership to all Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals, focusing on professional development issues.
* Ensure that the delivery of services is within the budget forecast for their custody.
* Ensure that high-quality, evidence-based, patient-focused care is provided to all patients.
* Respond appropriately to capacity demands and patient dependency requirements, using professional judgement to ensure safety at all times.
* Act as a role model and teacher to all members of staff sharing best practices. Ensure that all staff are compliant with MAST requirements at all times.
* Give expert advice, support, and information to police, HCPs, and Forensic Practitioners, being aware of psychological/emotional needs and responding accordingly.
* Oversee the management of Clinical Leads, HCPs, FMEs, and Forensic Practitioner teams within area of responsibility, ensuring effective rostering of staff.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience as a Nurse or Paramedic.
* Proven, multi-site, leadership and management experience.
* Driving license and access to a vehicle.
* Experience managing a clinical service.
* Good relationship management skills.
* Line management experience.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
* Previous experience working in secure or police custody healthcare environments.
* Project management experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Mountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
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