Job summaryUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Lewes, a category B Prison located in Lewes, East Sussex. HMP Lewes is a reception and resettlement category B local prison for male adult and young adult prisoners (aged 18 to 21) with a capacity for 580 inmates. As Head of Healthcare 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. You will be responsible for delivering a highly functional clinical service, within the budget, with support from the finance business partner and regional manager. HoursMonday - FridayCore office hours You will be expected to support with on call duties. SalaryThis position is full time youll receive an annual salary of up to 75,000per annum.
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 teamCandidates 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-NB1Main duties of the jobAs Head of Healthcare your responsibilities will vary.
You will:
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. Inspire trust and excellence in your people by pro-actively leading the service and motivating the team, recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset.
Key stakeholders will be assured knowing we provide 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.
Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care, and lead multi-disciplinary teams of clinical and non-clinical colleagues who support each other 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 there we also offer: Discounts on shopping and leisure activitiesSupport to grow in your role and continue your professional development24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need itAbout usThe 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 treatedwe act with integritywe embrace diversitywe strive to do things better togetherWe 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, skills and experience required: Degree or appropriate equivalent level of experience or clinical qualification Inclusive leadership approach embedding a culture of continuous progression and innovation Significant experience leading multi-disciplinary teams Strong presentation skills Ability to influence and deliver information to key partners and stakeholders Experience as a CQC registered manager, or equivalent registered body 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.
DetailsDate posted14 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
70,000 to 75,000 a year
Paying up 75,000 per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number15709Job locations1 Brighton RdLewesEast SussexBN7 1EAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Lewes, a category B Prison located in Lewes, East Sussex. HMP Lewes is a reception and resettlement category B local prison for male adult and young adult prisoners (aged 18 to 21) with a capacity for 580 inmates.
As Head of Healthcare 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. You will be responsible for delivering a highly functional clinical service, within the budget, with support from the finance business partner and regional manager. HoursMonday - FridayCore office hours You will be expected to support with on call duties. SalaryThis position is full time youll receive an annual salary of up to 75,000per annum.
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 teamCandidates 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-NB1
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Job responsibilitiesUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Healthcare to join team at HMP Lewes, a category B Prison located in Lewes, East Sussex. HMP Lewes is a reception and resettlement category B local prison for male adult and young adult prisoners (aged 18 to 21) with a capacity for 580 inmates. As Head of Healthcare 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. You will be responsible for delivering a highly functional clinical service, within the budget, with support from the finance business partner and regional manager. HoursMonday - FridayCore office hours You will be expected to support with on call duties. SalaryThis position is full time youll receive an annual salary of up to 75,000per annum.
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 teamCandidates 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-NB1Person Specification
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EssentialPlease refer to job advert for personal specificationsDesirablePlease refer to job advert for personal specificationsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer namePractice Plus Group - Health in JusticeAddress1 Brighton RdLewesEast SussexBN7 1EAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus Group - Health in JusticeAddress1 Brighton RdLewesEast SussexBN7 1EAUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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