Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse to join our Mental Health team at HMP Sudbury, a category D Prison, located in Ashbourne in East Midlands.HMP Sudbury is a adult male prison with a population of 661.You will be based within the Healthcare department and working in a team of 5.HoursThis role is a permanent roles based on 37.5 hours per week.

• Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm

SalaryThis position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary between 342500 - 345000 per annum FTE - depending on experienceHow 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.What you'll be doingAs a Senior Mental Health Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• You will also contribute to the provision of clinical expertise and expert advice from a mental health perspective, supporting the wider prison and driving up clinical performance.
• You will use your skills and experience to develop goal orientated care plans which support a patients progression and overall wellbeing. You will use evidence-based theory to support the delivery of high-quality mental health intervention whilst meeting CQC requirements, following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.
• You will develop links with our partners and stakeholders, contributing to a service that people can trust, feel safe within and feel proud of.
• Clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement embedding a culture of reflection and shared learning.
• Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care supporting your clinical and non-clinical colleagues to do a great job.

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 therexe2x80xa6 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

What we'll look for in youThe 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.

• Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - HCPC / NMC Registered Mental Health
• Experience of working within mental health settings, developing knowledge and understanding of this patient group
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.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.LocationHMP SudburySpecialismMental Health NursingAdvertising SalaryBetween 342500 - 345000Vacancy TypePermanentSchedule TypeFull TimeRewards & BenefitsFlexible workingPhysical and mental health supportRefer a friend schemeFree access to Reward Gateway discount schemeBlue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibilityAward winning ED&I programmeAccess to private health insuranceTraining & DevelopmentTraining delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System, including:

• Mental Health Triage
• Non Medical Prescribing
• Clinical Supervision

Practice Plus Group Skills AcademyApprenticeship pathways:

• Registered Nurse Degree
• Mental Health L6
• Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (mental health) L6 or L7

I get to make a significant difference to the lives of very disadvantaged people. And I'd like to say that the organisation I work for is very progressive in terms of patient care and staff development and I work with a really supportive team.

Practice Plus Group