Senior Mental Health Practitioner (Early Days in Custody)

PracticePlusGroup; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their dedicated team at HMP Lewes. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in custody while working in a supportive environment. With 36 hours per week, enjoy a balanced work-life with no weekends or night shifts. The position promises a competitive salary and a range of professional development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization that values respect, integrity, and diversity, and be part of a team that prioritizes compassionate care for all.

Benefits

Free parking

Employee assistance helpline

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered health professional with experience in mental health settings.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients' mental health needs effectively.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Risk Assessment

Collaborative Working

Holistic Care Planning

Therapeutic Relationship Building

Education

HCPC / NMC Registered Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, or Nurse

Continued Professional Development Evidence

Job description

Senior Mental Health Practitioner (Early Days in Custody)

About The Role

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse to join our Mental Health team at HMP Lewes, a category B men's prison. The role offers free parking and a very welcoming team.

Working in a friendly and supportive team of 6, with lots of training and development opportunities depending on your interests, and free parking on site.

Hours

36 hours a week, working three days a week, 13-hour shifts from 9am to 10pm, with a 1-hour break. No weekends or night shifts.

Salary

This full-time position offers an annual salary up to GBP 52,507 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

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 must have the legal right to work in the UK. Due to the role's nature, offers of employment are subject to additional vetting and security checks.

What you'll be doing

• Assessing and managing patients' mental health needs
• Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner, managing a caseload, and developing holistic care plans
• Contributing to our nursing strategy to provide outstanding, evidence-based, personalized care
• Delivering non-judgmental care, building therapeutic relationships, and maintaining professional boundaries
• Participating in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, always considering safeguarding policies

If you're interested in career development, we offer various internal and external training and development opportunities.

Additional benefits include discounts on shopping and leisure activities, 24/7 employee assistance helpline, and financial support when needed.

What we'll look for in you

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centers. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services in secure environments, always prioritizing patient needs regardless of background.

Our purpose is to Unlock your best work life, guided by our core values: treating others with respect, acting with integrity, embracing diversity, and striving for continuous improvement together.

We seek caring, compassionate, and driven professionals committed to providing fair and inclusive healthcare access for all.

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, or Nurse - HCPC / NMC Registered
• Experience working within mental health settings, with knowledge of this patient group
• High-standard patient assessment and risk assessment skills
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Experience working collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders in a multidisciplinary environment

Although not essential, experience in hospital, community, or prison environments is desirable.