Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

*Internal MPFT* Nurse Practitioner - Memory and Dementia Team (HMP)

The closing date is 04 December 2025

Job summary

Open to internal MPFT staff only

B7 Nurse Practitioner in our Memory and Dementia Pathway based at HMP Dovegate, Staffordshire

An opportunity has arisen to recruit a band 7 mental health Nurse Practitioner within the Memory and Pathway based within the prison environment, providing specialist diagnostic assessment for dementia and following this up with specialist treatment and monitoring, alongside existing care services within the prison.

Applicants should possess the knowledge and skills to enable them to work in the memory and dementia speciality, working with service users affected by all types of dementia. This includes working with challenging and complex needs associated to a dementia diagnosis. Applicants should have non-medical prescribing qualification.

Applicants will be part of the South Staffordshire Memory and Dementia service but working clinically in a designated prison environments (management and clinical supervision will provided via the core Memory & Dementia pathway).

Applicants will be responsible for the delivery of a range of high-level specialist assessments, identifying risks and management plans in the process.

Main duties of the job

  • Delivery of a high standard of nursing care to individuals referred to the Memory & Dementia Service ( HMP Dove Gate )
  • Provide a specialist mental health nursing assessment, care planning and to evaluate those experiencing dementia
  • To work in partnership with fellow team members and internal/external partners.
  • To undertake their own professional development and compliance with mandatory training.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Details

Date posted

20 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-JC-25-7600446

Job locations

HMP Dovegate

Uttoxeter

ST14 8XR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

The Memory and Dementia Pathway will provide you with a supportive environment in which to fully utilise and develop your skills and knowledge in working in a designated prison setting as part of a truly holistic system of health and social care.

If you would like to find out more about the team/post or to arrange a visit please contact Jody Blencowe (Pathway manager Memory Services South Staffordshire ) on jody.blencowe@mpft.nhs.uk or telephone 07805737369

Job description

Job responsibilities

Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:

Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube

The Memory and Dementia Pathway will provide you with a supportive environment in which to fully utilise and develop your skills and knowledge in working in a designated prison setting as part of a truly holistic system of health and social care.

If you would like to find out more about the team/post or to arrange a visit please contact Jody Blencowe (Pathway manager Memory Services South Staffordshire ) on jody.blencowe@mpft.nhs.uk or telephone 07805737369

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A qualified/registered mental health nurse
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Evidence of professional updating and development within mental health services for older people

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to clients with dementia and their carers
  • Experience of working with more complex and challenging needs in dementia care
  • Experience of working with a range of statutory, non-statutory agencies
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A qualified/registered mental health nurse
  • Non-medical prescriber
  • Evidence of professional updating and development within mental health services for older people

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to clients with dementia and their carers
  • Experience of working with more complex and challenging needs in dementia care
  • Experience of working with a range of statutory, non-statutory agencies

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

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Dovegate

Uttoxeter

ST14 8XR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Dovegate

Uttoxeter

ST14 8XR


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pathway Manager

Jody Blencowe

jody.blencowe@mpft.nhs.uk

03003033428

Details

Date posted

20 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-JC-25-7600446

Job locations

HMP Dovegate

Uttoxeter

ST14 8XR


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