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UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Primary Care team at HMP Risley, a category C prison located in the Risley area of Warrington.This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care. HMP Risley has an operational capacity of around 1100 inmates, and is a 20 minute drive from Warrington, and 30 minutes from Wigan.Hours:This is a full time role, working an average of 37.5 hours per week, between 20:30 - 07:30. We can offer flexible shifts of either 7 nights on, 7 nights off, or 7 nights worked over a 2 week period, for example 4 on, 3 off, 3 on 4 off.

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:This position is full time , youll receive an annual

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of £25,557 - £29,723 per annum - depending on

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.How will we support you?Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training courseCompetency frameworkRegional and national career development opportunitiesOur bespoke Learning Management System to

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your learning needsSupport from the wider teamCandidates 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

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As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:Ensure continuity of care for all patients, and deliver outstanding care at all timesWork across all areas of care, including inpatients, clinics, primary care, health promotion, bloods etcRespond to emergency situations as neededWork holistically with your patients and other healthcare staff, including nurses, nursing associates, pharmacy etcDeliver personalised, non judgemental care, based on patient feedbackContribute to, and implement care packages, assist with health promotion, wellbeing and clinicsIf you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and

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, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.It doesnt stop therewe also offer:Company pension scheme25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidaysAn extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefitsDiscounts on shopping and leisure activitiesSupport to grow in your role and continue your professional developmentExcellent long-term career prospects24/7 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 treatedwe act with integritywe embrace diversitywe strive to do things better togetherWe 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.Our new Healthcare Assistant will:Hold a NVQ Level 2 / 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or equivalentHave

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within a healthcare setting - hospital, community or secure settingAny

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in primary care or inpatients would be a bonus!Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approachSecure 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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Date posted
11 November 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£25,557 to £29,723 a year £25,557 - £29,723 per annum - depending on

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Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
13206

Job location
sHawker HouseNapier Court, 5-6 Napier RoadReadingBerkshireRG1 8BW

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UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Primary Care team at HMP Risley, a category C prison located in the Risley area of Warrington.This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care. HMP Risley has an operational capacity of around 1100 inmates, and is a 20 minute drive from Warrington, and 30 minutes from Wigan.Hours:This is a full time role, working an average of 37.5 hours per week, between 20:30 - 07:30. We can offer flexible shifts of either 7 nights on, 7 nights off, or 7 nights worked over a 2 week period, for example 4 on, 3 off, 3 on 4 off.

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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.Employer

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