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Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Head of Healthcare
The closing date is 09 November 2026
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Wealstun Category C men's prison, located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire, England.
Hours Monday - Friday: core office hours
Salary This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £68,000 per annum - depending on experience. You will also recieve a £4,000 car allowance & 10% discretionary bonus
-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
#LI-PW1Main duties of the job
As a Head of Healthcare your responsibilities will vary. You will:
- Provide pro-active management of the healthcare services on site. This will include maintaining the strategic direction of the service and delivering agreed contractual requirements and targets from NHS England
- Deliver non-judgemental, compassionate care within the financial framework that is safe, high quality and in line with CQC requirements. This will be achieved through adherence to policies and procedures and compliance with statutory responsibilities whilst driving excellence.
- You will be responsible for delivering a highly functional clinical service, within the budget, with support from the wider directorate team.
- You will ensure agreed standards are achieved by leading, developing and motivating your team ensuring they receive appropriate supervision and performance appraisal.
- You will be the CQC registered manager and implement internal and external policies and procedures, particularly those with statutory implications.
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
Qualifications required:
- Experience as a CQC registered manager, or equivalent registered body
- Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification
- Inclusive leadership approach embedding a culture of continuous progression and innovation
- Rapid decision-making, resilience, and the ability to work collaboratively with prison, healthcare, and external stakeholder teams
- Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Extensive experience of healthcare team management
- Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders
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
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£68,000 a year Up to £63,000 to £68,000 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15746
Job locations
Thorp Arch
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS23 7AZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Wealstun Category C men's prison, located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire, England.
Hours Monday - Friday: core office hours
Salary This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £68,000 per annum - depending on experience. You will also recieve a £4,000 car allowance & 10% discretionary bonus
-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
#LI-PW1 Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Wealstun Category C men's prison, located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire, England.
Hours Monday - Friday: core office hours
Salary This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £68,000 per annum - depending on experience. You will also recieve a £4,000 car allowance & 10% discretionary bonus
-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
#LI-PW1
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Thorp Arch
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS23 7AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
Address
Thorp Arch
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS23 7AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruiter
Pascale Watson
07967846403
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£68,000 a year Up to £63,000 to £68,000 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
15746
Job locations
Thorp Arch
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS23 7AZ
United Kingdom
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