Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join the Substance Misuse team at HMP Kirkham, a Category D open prison for males, located near Preston, Lancashire.
HMP Kirkham is a unique environment, with stunning grounds and lots to offer both staff and patients, including our brand new, state of the art gym.
This is a brand new, fantastic opportunity to join the team, and really make the role your own! No 2 days are the same in this challenging, yet rewarding and supportive environment.
Hours:
This is a part time role, working 22.5 hours per week. Shifts are between 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday. We can be flexible on shift patterns and will discuss at screening and interview stage.
Salary:
This position is part time , you'll receive an annual salary of up to 29,723 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

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
What you'll be doing
As our new Support Worker, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:

• Be the face of the team - acting as the first point of contact for patients
• Be visible onsite, getting to know patients and identifying areas for improvement, issues etc
• Assist with support groups and assessments - groups include psychosocial, CBT, art workshops and meditation
• Data inputting - ensuring that patient records are accurate and up to date
• Work alongside the Nursing Associate and Patient Engagement Lead

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 doesn't stop there... we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

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 centres. We're the UK's 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 Group's 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.
Our new Support Worker will:

• Be a real people person - we are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, and who is happy to be visible and speaking to patients
• Be able to work in a fast paced, everchanging environment where priorities can change at short notice
• Any healthcare / substance misuse experience would be a bonus but isn't essential
• Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approach

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're 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.
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up to 29,723 per annum FTE - depending on experience
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Schedule Type
Part Time
Rewards & Benefits
Employee Assistance programme provided by Health Assured and Occupational Health through Medigold
Refer a friend scheme
Blue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibility
Award winning ED&I programme
Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme
Access to private health insurance
Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances
Extensive career development and training opportunities
Training & Development
Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System.
Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy.
Great development and career progression opportunities.
They are a wonderful team who support each other and are always there for you. It is one of the great things about working here. The other thing is the number of courses that are made available, and the training that is open to us.

Skills Required