NHS
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join the team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a Category C male prison located on the outskirts of Lancaster, with a capacity of around 550. You will be joining a well‑staffed and fully integrated healthcare team managing around 45 staff across Primary Care, Mental Health and Substance Misuse.
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This role reports to the Head of Healthcare and oversees all healthcare services – primary care, mental health and substance misuse. The successful candidate will work alongside the Head of Healthcare, delivering high‑quality care to inmates and staff.
Main duties of the job As our new Deputy Head of Healthcare, your responsibilities will include:
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
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework and learning management system to address your learning needs
Regional and national career development opportunities
Support from the wider team
24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
Hours & Salary Hours : Shifts Monday‑Friday, 09:00‑17:00. Working 37.5 hours per week.
Salary : £48,526 – £53,754 per annum, depending on experience (full‑time).
Qualifications & experience Applicants should hold a valid professional registration (e.g., NMC) and preferably have experience in a prison or secure setting.
Key competencies include:
Strong leadership and multi‑disciplinary team experience
Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders
Experience with budget management
Proactive approach with an appetite for change
Legal right to work in the UK
required. Offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group provides NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments across 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We stand by our core values: treat patients and each other with respect, act with integrity, embrace diversity and strive to do things better together.
Employer details Employer name:
Practice Plus Group
Address:
HMP Lancaster Farms
Stone Row Head
Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3QZ
Website: https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
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Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
This role reports to the Head of Healthcare and oversees all healthcare services – primary care, mental health and substance misuse. The successful candidate will work alongside the Head of Healthcare, delivering high‑quality care to inmates and staff.
Main duties of the job As our new Deputy Head of Healthcare, your responsibilities will include:
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
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework and learning management system to address your learning needs
Regional and national career development opportunities
Support from the wider team
24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
Hours & Salary Hours : Shifts Monday‑Friday, 09:00‑17:00. Working 37.5 hours per week.
Salary : £48,526 – £53,754 per annum, depending on experience (full‑time).
Qualifications & experience Applicants should hold a valid professional registration (e.g., NMC) and preferably have experience in a prison or secure setting.
Key competencies include:
Strong leadership and multi‑disciplinary team experience
Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders
Experience with budget management
Proactive approach with an appetite for change
Legal right to work in the UK
required. Offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group provides NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments across 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We stand by our core values: treat patients and each other with respect, act with integrity, embrace diversity and strive to do things better together.
Employer details Employer name:
Practice Plus Group
Address:
HMP Lancaster Farms
Stone Row Head
Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3QZ
Website: https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
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