Clinical Lead, Prison Mental Health Team & Leadership

Tewv; Barnard Castle; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Lead for the Prison Mental Health Team at HMP Deerbolt. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team, assessing needs, coordinating interventions and discharge planning, with a strong emphasis on person-centred care and flexible prioritisation.

You will need post-qualification mental health experience, leadership skills, and eligibility for UK sponsorship where applicable.

Qualifications

• RNMH or RNLD registered with NMC or relevant body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Experience with sign-off mentor or equivalent.
• Post-qualification experience in mental health teams.
• Leadership or management experience in secure environments.

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy, multidisciplinary prison mental health setting.
• Assess needs, provide interventions and coordinate discharge planning.
• Lead and supervise clinical team activities and prioritise care.
• Engage in risk assessment, governance and safeguarding processes.
• Contribute to discharge planning and liaison with partner services.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Clinical supervision

Venepuncture/ECG

Education

RNMH/RNLD registered practitioner

CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

MIP/FLIP/ENB 998 Teaching in Clinical Practice

Sign-off mentor qualification

Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area

Job description

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Lead for the Prison Mental Health Team at HMP Deerbolt. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team, assessing needs, coordinating interventions and discharge planning, with a strong emphasis on person-centred care and flexible prioritisation.

You will need post-qualification mental health experience, leadership skills, and eligibility for UK sponsorship where applicable.