Job Description

#LI-KD1
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join our team at HMP Grendon & Springhill.
Hours- The site currently offers Monday to Friday; core office hours
Salary - This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 48,600 per annum - depending on experience.
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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 on a permanent basis 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 Deputy Head of Healthcare, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding evidence based care to our patients by seeking out, listening to and acting on feedback so that patient engagement is at the centre of service delivery.
• Clinical background required
• You will also provide day to day operational service delivery and data which has integrity, in a timely manner to meet commissioner expectations.
• Deliver non-judgemental, compassionate care within the financial framework that is safe, high quality and in line with CQC requirements.
• This will be achieved through adherence to policies and procedures and compliance with statutory responsibilities whilst driving excellence.

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

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.
About us
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

Qualifications required

• Clinical qualification
• Inclusive leadership approach embedding a culture of continuous progression and innovation
• Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders
• Experience as a CQC registered manager, or equivalent registered body
• Experience managing multifaceted budgets
• Experience of client management or meeting commissioner expectations
• Experience developing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills including sophisticated report writing and ability to articulate viewpoint in formal meetings
• Comprehensive SystemOne and reporting knowlege.

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 right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
06 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
47,000 to 48,600 a year Up to 48,600 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
12547
Job locations
Grendon Underwood
Edgcott
Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire
HP18 0TL
Job description
Job responsibilities
#LI-KD1
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join our team at HMP Grendon & Springhill.
Hours- The site currently offers Monday to Friday; core office hours
Salary - This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 48,600 per annum - 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 are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK on a permanent basis and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Job description
Job responsibilities
#LI-KD1
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Healthcare to join our team at HMP Grendon & Springhill.
Hours- The site currently offers Monday to Friday; core office hours
Salary - This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 48,600 per annum - 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 are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK on a permanent basis and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
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