Job summary
Mountain Healthcare is looking for a passionate, resilient, values driven leader to fill the position of Head of Healthcare and lead our custody healthcare service in Cumbria.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities include:
Provide effective clinical leadership to Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals.
Ensure high-quality, patient-focused care while meeting contractual KPIs.
Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for service enhancement.
Oversee staffing levels, skill mix, and compliance with operational standards.
Act as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development.
Coordinate healthcare pathways for individuals that come into contact with the criminal justice process.
Maintain a strong, on-site, presence and communication with staff, patients, and external stakeholders.
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK.
A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.
Driven by our values Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, Mountain Healthcare provides holistic and trauma-informed care that improves the immediate and long-term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system.
Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first.
Join the Best Provider, Make the Greatest Difference
Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years.
At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field.
We are proud to offer unrivalled staff training and development opportunities such as our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, our wide range of accredited and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, and access to events across the health and justice sector.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Salary: £55,694 Per annum, plus Car Allowance £4,560 £3,000 Relocation allowance.£1500 referral bonus- when you refer healthcare professionals to us.We will pay £120 NMC registration fees per year.We will pay £98.12 HCPC registration fees per year.Are you an experienced Nurse or Paramedic, leader, looking for a new role?
Does Police custody healthcare appeal to you?
Do you want to make a difference?
If the answer to these questions is yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Position: Clinical Head of Healthcare
Location: Cumbria, Multi-site, Hybrid working (Workington, Carlisle, Barrow, Kendal)
Benefits:
Competitive salary with additional allowances. Support for NMC/HCPC registration fees. Opportunities for professional development and training. Join us at Mountain Healthcare, where your expertise can make a real difference to the lives of detainees.
If you would like to find out more information regarding this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager via email:Peter.kolakowski@mountainhealthcare.co.uk
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.
Deadline for applications: Sunday the 23rd March 2025
Mountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
Hours of Work:
Predominately Monday to Friday, flexible (24/7 service)
Key Responsibilities include
Provide effective clinical leadership to all Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals, focusing on professional development issuesEnsure that the delivery of services is within the budget forecast for their custody.Ensure that high-quality, evidence-based, patient-focused care is provided to all patients.Respond appropriately to capacity demands and patient dependency requirements, using professional judgement to ensure safety at all times.Act as a role model and teacher to all members of staff sharing best practices. Ensure that all staff are compliant with MAST requirements at all times.Give expert advice, support, and information to police, HCPs, and Forensic Practitioners, being aware of psychological/emotional needs and responding accordingly.Oversee the management of Clinical Leads, HCPs, FMEs, and Forensic Practitioner teams within area of responsibility, ensuring effective rostering of staff.
Benefits Enhanced sickness pay schemeEnhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's serviceEnhanced Adoption Pay after 1 year's serviceWell-being programmeAdvanced rota planning for better work-life balance6 weeks annual leavePension SchemeBonus SchemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLong Service/Team of the Month AwardsA range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclassesFunding for higher education courses after one years' service£3000 estimated average overtime pay£3000 relocation allowance should they wish to move T&C's apply£1500 pro rata sign-on bonus£500 referral bonus£120 NMC registration fees per year£98.12 HCPC registration Fees per year DE&I Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace.
We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients.
We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Salary: £55,694 Per annum, plus Car Allowance £4,560 £3,000 Relocation allowance.£1500 referral bonus- when you refer healthcare professionals to us.We will pay £120 NMC registration fees per year.We will pay £98.12 HCPC registration fees per year.Are you an experienced Nurse or Paramedic, leader, looking for a new role?
Does Police custody healthcare appeal to you?
Do you want to make a difference?
If the answer to these questions is yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Position: Clinical Head of Healthcare
Location: Cumbria, Multi-site, Hybrid working (Workington, Carlisle, Barrow, Kendal)
Benefits:
Competitive salary with additional allowances. Support for NMC/HCPC registration fees. Opportunities for professional development and training. Join us at Mountain Healthcare, where your expertise can make a real difference to the lives of detainees.
If you would like to find out more information regarding this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager via email:Peter.kolakowski@mountainhealthcare.co.uk
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.
Deadline for applications: Sunday the 23rd March 2025
Mountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
Hours of Work:
Predominately Monday to Friday, flexible (24/7 service)
Key Responsibilities include
Provide effective clinical leadership to all Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals, focusing on professional development issuesEnsure that the delivery of services is within the budget forecast for their custody.Ensure that high-quality, evidence-based, patient-focused care is provided to all patients.Respond appropriately to capacity demands and patient dependency requirements, using professional judgement to ensure safety at all times.Act as a role model and teacher to all members of staff sharing best practices. Ensure that all staff are compliant with MAST requirements at all times.Give expert advice, support, and information to police, HCPs, and Forensic Practitioners, being aware of psychological/emotional needs and responding accordingly.Oversee the management of Clinical Leads, HCPs, FMEs, and Forensic Practitioner teams within area of responsibility, ensuring effective rostering of staff.
Benefits Enhanced sickness pay schemeEnhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's serviceEnhanced Adoption Pay after 1 year's serviceWell-being programmeAdvanced rota planning for better work-life balance6 weeks annual leavePension SchemeBonus SchemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLong Service/Team of the Month AwardsA range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclassesFunding for higher education courses after one years' service£3000 estimated average overtime pay£3000 relocation allowance should they wish to move T&C's apply£1500 pro rata sign-on bonus£500 referral bonus£120 NMC registration fees per year£98.12 HCPC registration Fees per year DE&I Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace.
We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients.
We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Driving license and access to a vehicle.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience as a Nurse or Paramedic.
- Proven, multi-site, leadership and management experience
- Experience managing a clinical service.
- Good relationship management skills.
- Line management experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in secure or police custody healthcare environments.
- Project management experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Driving license and access to a vehicle.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience as a Nurse or Paramedic.
- Proven, multi-site, leadership and management experience
- Experience managing a clinical service.
- Good relationship management skills.
- Line management experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in secure or police custody healthcare environments.
- Project management experience
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.
