Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our Mental Health Team at HMP Dovegate, a category B Prison located in Uttoxeter in Staffordshire.
HMP Dovegate is a private prison with a capacity of 1060 males As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner you will play a key role within the prison mental health service, providing advanced clinical care while also offering leadership and supervision to a small team of three and has proven experience working in substance misuse and mental health settings.You will work primarily on the prison wings, with additional responsibilities across other clinical areas within the establishment.
- Onsite Parking
- Access to the gym
- Staff Canteen
- Carer development and training opportunities
Hours
- Full time 37.5 hours a week.
- Monday to Friday - 8am - 4pm
- Alternate Saturday's - 8am - 4pm
Salary
Youll receive an annual salary between £59,677 - £66,792 per annum - depending on experience.
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.
Main duties of the job
As a Advanced Clinical Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Demonstrate judgement in assessing and managing wide ranging and complex patient problems
- Provide clinical leadership for the mental health team, This multi-disciplinary team is made up of a variety of registered and non-registered professionals including; mental health, and substance misuse practitioners
- You will act as a role model ensuring professional appearance and maintaining professional standards at all times
- Supporting senior clinicians on site you will be part of the daily leadership team, providing clinical input for all patients
- As a clinical expert in your field, you will work with the team to ensure; patient safety, the management of complex cases and ensure the most up to date treatment methodology is applied to patient care.
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 we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We 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 required:
- Registered Nurse Adult / Mental Health NMC
- Independent/supplementary prescriber qualification
- Substance Misuse and Mental Health experience - Essential
- MSc in Advanced Practice
- Experience working autonomously as an advanced clinical practitioner following best practice guidance
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
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.
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Details
Date posted
29 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£59,677 to £666,792 a year Between £59,677 - £66,792 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
13563
Job locations
HMP Dovegate
Uttoxeter
Staffordshire
ST14 8XR
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
HMP Dovegate
Uttoxeter
Staffordshire
ST14 8XR
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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