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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Health Navigator
The closing date is 06 November 2026
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Navigator for a 18 month secondment to join our primary care team with a focus on Early Days in Custody, at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.
HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.
There is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.
You will add significant value to the experience of the prisoner, prison staff and to reducing the risk of self-harm and suicide alongside wider impacts on families. This role will provide reassurance, guidance and signposting to health and social care services that will contribute to minimising distress and risk.Hours
37.5 hours a week working Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. No weekends.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of £33,000 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 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 Health Navigator your responsibilities will vary. You will:
- Bridge HMPPS and healthcare providers to enable improvements in joint care.
- Improve identification of risk factors during early days in custody
- Offer a visible presence in the First Night Centre / Induction Wing
- Address vulnerabilities associated with early days in custody inclusive of reducing self-harm
- Create greater awareness of healthcare and social care options and the range of services available
- Support access to those services i.e., use of PODS, application process especially for people from diverse backgrounds or with specific needs
- Improve partnership working between services particularly social care, Safer Custody teams
- Improve engagement rates into healthcare and reduce did not attend appointments
- Assist with improving patient choice regarding healthcare interventions.
- Further support social prescribing and promote and manage Health Champions.
- Set up and run specific patient forums particularly relating to post ACCT
- Input into complex case meetings
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 they 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:
- Qualified RGN and experience in primary care
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes & procedures
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues when liaising with team members / other professionals
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of change management & new ways of working
- Ability to manage complex & challenging behaviour
- Pro-active, engaging, confident in running forums, sharing information & knowledge
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£33,000 a year £33,000 per annum
Contract
Secondment
Duration
18 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15515-3
Job locations
Romsey Rd
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 5DF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Navigator for a 18 month secondment to join our primary care team with a focus on Early Days in Custody, at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.
HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.
There is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.
You will add significant value to the experience of the prisoner, prison staff and to reducing the risk of self-harm and suicide alongside wider impacts on families. This role will provide reassurance, guidance and signposting to health and social care services that will contribute to minimising distress and risk.Hours
37.5 hours a week working Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. No weekends.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of £33,000 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 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 Health Navigator for a 18 month secondment to join our primary care team with a focus on Early Days in Custody, at HMP Winchester, a category B Prison located in central Winchester.
HMP Winchester is a Category B Local remand prison located in Central Winchester accommodating approximately 670 male prisoners.
There is onsite parking for all staff and it is a short walk from Winchester train station.
You will add significant value to the experience of the prisoner, prison staff and to reducing the risk of self-harm and suicide alongside wider impacts on families. This role will provide reassurance, guidance and signposting to health and social care services that will contribute to minimising distress and risk.Hours
37.5 hours a week working Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. No weekends.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of £33,000 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 and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Romsey Rd
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 5DF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Romsey Rd
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 5DF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Recruiter
Emily Jennings
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£33,000 a year £33,000 per annum
Contract
Secondment
Duration
18 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15515-3
Job locations
Romsey Rd
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 5DF
United Kingdom
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