Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Public Health Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Belmarsh name, a category A Prison located in Thameside, London.
HMP Belmarsh is a male, maximum security prison that has a capacity for 910 inmates. Healthcare at HMP Belmarsh includes, Dentists, Primary Care, Mental Health, Substance abuse and Pharmacy.Hours
18.75 hours a week Days are flexible Monday - Friday 2 long days or 3 shorter daysSalary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £53,172 per annum FTE - 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 Public Health Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Lead on prevention, promotion and protection of our prison communities.
- Ensure effective and consistent delivery of national screening programmes, Health and Justice Indicators of Performance, health checks, blood borne virus screening, recording public health activity in the secure estate and leading our health promotion strategy.
- Be our Infection Prevention and Control Lead, maintaining standards and leading the management of outbreaks.
- Campaigns, providing health promotion and disease prevention advice for patients.
- Coordinate all clinical activity in relation to screening and health prevention including section 7a and HJIPs; undertake screening of individuals and populations and respond appropriately to findings and work with others to protect the publics health.
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 NMC Nurse
- Demonstrate a passion for working in public health and infection prevention and control
- Evidence of post registration CPD
- UKPHR registration is highly advantageous, as is a public health qualification and Infection prevention and control qualification
- Non-judgmental and compassionate approach
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
Date posted
17 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience Up to £53,172- Depending on Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
11314
Job locations
HMP Belmarsh
Western Way
London
SE28 0EB
Employer details
Employer name
Practice Plus Group
Address
HMP Belmarsh
Western Way
London
SE28 0EB
Employer's website
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)
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