Healthcare Assistant
Location: Rugby, England
Salary: £25,000 – £29,000
Contract: Full-time
About The Role
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Primary Care team at HMP Onley, a Category C prison located in Rugby.
- Hours: 3-week rolling rota, including 1 weekend in 3
- Salary: Up to £28,690 per annum (depending on experience)
How We Support You
- Bespoke induction, including Introducing Health in Justice training
- Competency framework
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Learning Management System to address your learning needs
- Ongoing support from the wider team
Note: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role, employment is subject to vetting and security checks.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:
- Support the registered nurse in implementing care plans in collaboration with patients, in line with training and safe practice
- Develop and apply new skills to maintain and enhance clinical service delivery
You’ll also have opportunities for professional development, both internally and externally.
Benefits
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Financial assistance when needed
What We’ll Look For in You
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across 53+ prisons, young offender institutions, and immigration removal centres.
We are guided by our values:
- Treat patients and each other with respect
- Act with integrity
- Embrace diversity
- Strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate, and driven professionals to help us deliver fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications Required
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care
- A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literacy and good computer skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to work unsupervised while following policy and procedures
Desirable: Experience in a hospital, community, or prison environment.
Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals. If you’re seeking a role where you’ll develop healthcare skills and learn something new every day in a dynamic environment, this opportunity could be perfect for you.
Application process
If you’re interested click on official website to apply
