Senior Mental Health Nurse - 12 month Secondment
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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Senior Mental Health Nurse - 12 month Secondment
The closing date is 17 November 2026
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse - 12 month Secondment to join our mental health team at HMP New Hall, a female prison and young offenders institution (YOI) in Flockton, West Yorkshire.
A fully integrated Healthcare team with a nice team environment, a really tight knit team. Good training opportunities and development and on-site parking.
Hours
37.5 hours a week working 4 shifts per week, 9.5 hour shifts, Monday to Friday 8-6. One weekend in 5, both days and shifts are 9-5pm.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of up to £49,175 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 Senior Mental Health Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Be responsible for assessment and ongoing management of our patients mental health needs.
- You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner managing a caseload of patients, assessing their physical, social and psychological needs to develop a holistic health care plan.
- You will play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding.
- Inspire excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will forge strong links with our partners and stakeholders, providing a service that people can trust, feel safe within, and feel proud of.
- Promote best practice, clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement, embedding a culture of shared learning.
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 required
- Registered nurse Mental Health
- Current professional qualification (NMC)
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Understanding of mental health policy including clinical governance and the quality and outcomes framework, along with national standards such as NICE
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively.
- Motivated as an individual and when working in a team
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
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£43,609 to £49,175 a year £43,609 - £49,175 per annum
Contract
Secondment
Duration
12 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15849
Job locations
5 New Hall Way
Flockton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 4AX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse - 12 month Secondment to join our mental health team at HMP New Hall, a female prison and young offenders institution (YOI) in Flockton, West Yorkshire.
A fully integrated Healthcare team with a nice team environment, a really tight knit team. Good training opportunities and development and on-site parking.
Hours
37.5 hours a week working 4 shifts per week, 9.5 hour shifts, Monday to Friday 8-6. One weekend in 5, both days and shifts are 9-5pm.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of up to £49,175 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 Senior Mental Health Nurse - 12 month Secondment to join our mental health team at HMP New Hall, a female prison and young offenders institution (YOI) in Flockton, West Yorkshire.
A fully integrated Healthcare team with a nice team environment, a really tight knit team. Good training opportunities and development and on-site parking.
Hours
37.5 hours a week working 4 shifts per week, 9.5 hour shifts, Monday to Friday 8-6. One weekend in 5, both days and shifts are 9-5pm.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary of up to £49,175 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
5 New Hall Way
Flockton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 4AX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
5 New Hall Way
Flockton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 4AX
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
07974375031
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£43,609 to £49,175 a year £43,609 - £49,175 per annum
Contract
Secondment
Duration
12 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15849
Job locations
5 New Hall Way
Flockton
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF4 4AX
United Kingdom
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