Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our team at HMP Stocken, a category C men's Prison located in Rutland.
Hours
The site currently offers Monday - Friday; 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 28,690 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 Mental Health Support Worker, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• You will assist the mental health team in the delivery of immediate and, where appropriate, ongoing care for patients referred to the mental health team.
• You will be expected to support people to access care and treatment appropriately within the prison setting, working independently with lone working at times.
• You will contribute to the positive and aspirational workings of the integrated mental health care team, ensuring that each and every patient is treated with care, respect and dignity. You will also provide assistance with delivery of mental healthcare needs, within the Healthcare Department.
• Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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

About us
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.
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

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required

• We are looking for someone who has previous experience as a mental health support worker.
• You'll have the ability to treat service users with respect and dignity at all times, adopting a culturally sensitive approach, which considers the needs of the whole person.
• Excellent communication skills
• Good IT skills and IT literacy

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
26 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
28,690 a year 24924 - 28690
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
11974
Job locations
2 Stocken Hall Rd
Stretton
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7RD
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our team at HMP Stocken, a category C men's Prison located in Rutland.
Hours
The site currently offers Monday - Friday; 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 28,690 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
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our team at HMP Stocken, a category C men's Prison located in Rutland.
Hours
The site currently offers Monday - Friday; 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to 28,690 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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