Primary Care Practitioner; Nurse or Paramedic

This is an excellent opportunity for a Primary Care Practitioner (Nurse or Paramedic) to join a diverse, talented healthcare team delivering patient‑centred care in a prison setting. The role focuses on efficient, integrated care across mental health, physical health, pharmacy and clinical substance misuse.

• Reception screening
• Emergency response and medical emergency leadership
• Long‑term conditions management
• Planned care, including running clinics
• Enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services
• Health promotion activities
• Lead implementation of radio‑communication and acute response protocols
• Support multidisciplinary teams and coordinate care plans for patients with complex needs
• Participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision, training, and annual appraisal

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic:
Band 5 practitioners or newly qualified nurses eligible for a preceptorship.

• Ability to undertake National Security Vetting (completed through Oxleas and the prison vetting team).

• Willingness to carry a radio and lead in medical emergency responses.

• Commitment to evidence‑based practice and continuous professional development.

• Proof of right‑to‑work documentation.
• Valid photographic  proof of address history (5 years).
• Non‑UK passport holders must supply a Home Office Share Code and, if required, a police certificate or a certificate of good conduct from any country where they have resided.
• Completion of all relevant national security and emergency training as specified by the prison service.

3 × 12.5‑hour shifts (7:00 am–7:30 pm) per week for 3 weeks and 4 × 12.5‑hour shifts in the fourth week. One shift is protected for mandatory training, supervision, and on‑site administration. Roster includes:

• 2 weekends every 6‑week roster (Saturday and Sunday).

• 1 set of 3‑night shifts every 12‑week roster, including 2 per annum on weekends (7:00 pm–7:30 am).

We are committed to an inclusive workplace welcoming and supporting individuals of all abilities. If you meet the minimum criteria and have a disability, you are guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please indicate any needs for adjustments during the application process. All information will be treated in confidence and shared only with colleagues supporting this request.