Custody Clinical Lead- Workington

NHS; Workington; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits experienced General Nurses or Paramedics to join a dynamic Clinical Lead team. This role blends leadership with hands-on forensic healthcare, providing a meaningful impact within the criminal justice system. As a valued member, you will receive comprehensive support and training to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner. Enjoy career advancement in a supportive environment while working closely with law enforcement agencies. Join us in making a difference in health and justice care!

Benefits

£3000 estimated average overtime pay

£3000 relocation allowance

£2500 pro-rata sign-on bonus

£1500 referral bonus

£120 NMC registration fees

£98.12 HCPC registration fees

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse or paramedic with experience in forensic healthcare.
• Strong leadership and management skills in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage healthcare professionals in custody suites.
• Conduct forensic sampling and deliver substance misuse therapies.

Skills

Forensic Healthcare

Leadership Skills

Patient Assessment

Substance Misuse Therapies

Clinical Management

Education

Registered Nurse or Paramedic Qualification

Tools

Clinical Assessment Tools

Job description

Job summary

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced General Nurse/Paramedic to join our Clinical Lead team as a Clinical Lead!

Are you a qualified general nurse or paramedic with a passion for making a difference?

Do you have previous experience as a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional or are you keen to explore this dynamic field? We have a unique opportunity for you!

Embark on a meaningful journey in health & justice care!

What We Offer:

• Dynamic dual role: a blend of leadership and management duties with hands-on forensic healthcare provision, ensuring every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Comprehensive support: training and guidance to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner, regardless of prior forensic experience.
• Career advancement: grow and develop in a supportive environment where your leadership skills and clinical expertise are valued.
• Meaningful impact: work closely with law enforcement agencies to improve the lives of individuals within the criminal justice system.

Joining Bonuses:

• £3000 estimated average overtime pay
• £3000 relocation allowance (T&C's apply)
• £2500 pro-rata sign-on bonus
• £1500 referral bonus
• £120 NMC registration fees per year
• £98.12 HCPC registration fees per year

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing line management, including supervision, appraisal, managing poor performance, and identifying CPD strategies.
• Forensic sampling (including road traffic offence bloods).
• Signposting and conducting referrals; offering support for vulnerabilities and supporting patients to break patterns of re-offending.
• Delivering substance misuse therapies.
• Assessment & care of detainees and staff in custody suites.
• Supporting the early identification and assessment of high-risk attendees attending police custody, working as part of the police and healthcare team.
• Managing clinical resources and overseeing healthcare delivery for high-risk patients, working closely with the police custody team, especially PACE.
• Line management of Healthcare Professionals across Surrey custody suites, including appraisals and performance management.
• Overseeing patient triage in custody to determine the need for hospital referral, balancing timely care with patient wellbeing.

About us

Founded by passionate clinicians, Mountain Healthcare leads the UK clinical forensic healthcare sector. As a trusted partner of NHS England and the police, our services include SARCs, police custodial healthcare, secure estate healthcare, and clinical telephone advice. Guided by our values of Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, we provide trauma-informed, holistic care that improves health outcomes for patients in the criminal justice system. We invest in staff training and development, including our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway and various CPD courses.

Date posted: 30 April 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £47,109 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Workington, CA14 4AP