Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our Primary Care team at HMP Wayland, a category C prison located in Thetford.
HMP Wayland is a male prison that houses around 900 inmates. The prison focuses on resettlement and offers training in preparation for release. We are recruiting for Bank Healthcare Assistants to support the wider healthcare team with tasks such as Vaccinations, Phlebotomy and arranging appointments. We are able to offer training on vaccinations and bloods.
Hours
Bank - Ad Hoc as and when needed and you are available. Shift patterns are - Monday - Friday weekends / Bank Holidays This is a bank position - on our bank you can work a maximum of 22.5 hours per week or 90 over the month.
Salary
Weekdays - £15.80
Weekends and Nights - £
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
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. You will
* Support the registered nurse in implementing an agreed plan of care in association with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received whilst promoting safe patient care
* Be willing to develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance clinical service delivery.
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:
* 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. 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
Qualifications required
* NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care
* A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
* Excellent communication skills
* Good IT skills and IT literacy
* Ability to work within a busy environment
* Ability to work unsupervised whilst following policy and procedures
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment
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 opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£18.33 an hour £15.80 per hour
Contract
Bank
Duration
1 months
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
13783
Job locations
Hawker House
Napier Court, 5-6 Napier Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 8BW
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our Primary Care team at HMP Wayland, a category C prison located in Thetford.
HMP Wayland is a male prison that houses around 900 inmates. The prison focuses on resettlement and offers training in preparation for release. We are recruiting for Bank Healthcare Assistants to support the wider healthcare team with tasks such as Vaccinations, Phlebotomy and arranging appointments. We are able to offer training on vaccinations and bloods.
Hours
Bank - Ad Hoc as and when needed and you are available. Shift patterns are - Monday - Friday weekends / Bank Holidays This is a bank position - on our bank you can work a maximum of 22.5 hours per week or 90 over the month.
Salary
Weekdays - £15.80
Weekends and Nights - £
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our Primary Care team at HMP Wayland, a category C prison located in Thetford.
HMP Wayland is a male prison that houses around 900 inmates. The prison focuses on resettlement and offers training in preparation for release. We are recruiting for Bank Healthcare Assistants to support the wider healthcare team with tasks such as Vaccinations, Phlebotomy and arranging appointments. We are able to offer training on vaccinations and bloods.
Hours
Bank - Ad Hoc as and when needed and you are available. Shift patterns are - Monday - Friday weekends / Bank Holidays This is a bank position - on our bank you can work a maximum of 22.5 hours per week or 90 over the month.
Salary
Weekdays - £15.80
Weekends and Nights - £
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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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
Hawker House
Napier Court, 5-6 Napier Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 8BW
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Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
Hawker House
Napier Court, 5-6 Napier Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 8BW
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