Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Nottingham within the Primary Care Team. We are looking for an individual who possess a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

HMP Nottingham is a Category B training prison. and is built to accommodate around 1100 males aged 18 and over.

We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training so why not drop us a line and come and have a look around.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure the provision of research based high quality care to patients in HMP Nottingham in accordance with local and national policies.

The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Nottingham including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients and holding nurse led clinics.

The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude at all times.

The post holder will oversee the provision of day to day healthcare services in the absence of the clinical lead.

The post holder will participate in audits, research and project work as requested.

The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff / students and support their development and education.

The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH412-HMPNOT

Job locations

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Person Specification Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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