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Deputy Head of Healthcare - HMP Coldingley

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Bisley, Woking, Surrey, GU24 9EX £59,798 – £67,020 a year Permanent Posted 1 September 2026 Apply by 20 September 2026

Home Office register entry: Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, London

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Role description

Job summary

Make a Difference with CNWL Health & Justice

CNWL is aTop Employer Award Winner, delivering high-quality healthcare to diverse communities across London and beyond. We are looking for a motivated and compassionateDeputy Head of Healthcare to join our supportive Health & Justice team atHMP Coldingley.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people in secure settings, helping to improve health outcomes, promote wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. Working within our prison healthcare service, you will be part of a forward-thinking multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care across a 7-day service.

Guided by our motto,"Caring, Not Judging,"we work alongside the criminal justice system and partner agencies to deliver responsive, person-centred primary care and mental health services that support recovery,rehabilitationand social inclusion.

Join an award-winning team where your skills, compassion andexpertisecan have a lasting impact.

Find out whatit's like to work with usHear from our Health & Justice staff

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deputise for the Head of Healthcare supporting delivery of strategic goals for the service and those of HMP Coldingley leadership team.
The post holder will support leadership of a multidisciplinary team alongside colleagues, subcontracted and other partners/organisations paying special and constant attention to ensuring CNWL and HMP Coldingley staff work in an integrated way to develop a 'One Team' approach.
Support Cordingley's HoH and team to provide high quality healthcare services that are constantly reviewed to ensure they meet the needs of prisoners in custody and that includes the involvement of service users and family in planning care and services.
Operationally manage designated services within healthcare at HMP Coldingley to ensure an equitable service to that available in the community. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the highest quality, evidence-based services are provided.

About us

Why Join Our Team?

At CNWL, we are committed to supporting your wellbeing,development and career progression. You'llbenefitfromregular supervision,personalised development plans,specialist training opportunities,preceptorshipprogrammesandrevalidation support,helping you achieve your professional goals.

We value and celebrate our staff through initiatives such as ourHidden Gem Awardsand annual staff recognition events.You'llalso have access to a wide range of health and wellbeing services, ensuring you feel supported both at work and beyond.

ThroughMyTrustBenefits, you and your family can access over 1,400 discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and dining, alongside free online learning resources to support your personal and professional development.

Staff based at our Surrey sites enjoyadditionalbenefits, includingfree onsite parkingandcomplimentary access to leisure facilities, making it easier to stay active, prioritise wellbeing and save money.

Join an award-winning organisation whereyou'llfeel valued, supported and empowered to make a real difference every day.

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,798 to £67,020 a year per annum inc Fringe HCAS (pro rata if P/T)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

333-D-HJ-2071

Job locations

HMP Coldingley

Bisley, Woking, Surrey

GU24 9EX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder will be an experienced healthcare professional who also has excellent staff management skills. They will support the Head of Healthcare to manage and develop the Healthcare team to achieve a targeted and appropriate service, delivered in accordance with evidence-based practice and local policies and procedures. The post holder will have direct line management responsibilities for senior staff.

The post holder will proactively lead healthcare teams to further develop services and clinical pathways, nurse led minor ailment clinics, sexual health clinics and immunisation programmes. In addition, the post holder will have a key role in implementing the male health promotion strategy and Positive Health Programme

The post holder will work closely with the Head of Healthcare to develop and implement an effective healthcare Strategy for HMP Coldingley.

There will be occasions when the post holder will be expected to deputise for the Head of Healthcare in his/her absence.

**Please see job description and person specification for full responsibilities and expectations **

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

Registered Healthcare Professional (Nurse, Psychologist/ Paramedic etc)
Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Degree Level Qualification

Desirable

Non-Medical Prescriber
Management Qualification

Previous Experience

Essential

Substantial post registration experience in Primary care, Health and wellbeing or an acute setting (Adult)
Experience of staff management, development, supervision and appraisal
Experience of joint working with other agencies

Desirable

Prior experience of working in a secure setting e.g prison, YOI, secure school
Experience of developing policies and procedures

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of illnesses and presentations
Knowledge of the principles of Best Value/Clinical Governance
Knowledge of current developments and practice
Knowledge of Trauma informed ways of working and Frameworks
Good communicator with competent presenting skills. Able to communicate verbally and in writing with a wide range of people at all levels
Effective management skills - able to manage professional teams producing positive and effective outcomes
Able to identify opportunities for developing effective and efficient service delivery
Able to manage change and respond flexibly to non-routine situations
Able to provide clinical leadership and contribute to strategic direction

Desirable

Knowledge of the principles of Quality management
Knowledge of and participation in research

Attitudes, aptitudes personal characteristics

Essential

Thorough understanding and commitment to operating and promoting Equality of Opportunity in relation to service users and employees
Willing and able to work flexibly, in terms of the requirements of the role, working hours and place of employment
Committed to the continuous development of job-related knowledge and skills
Able to apply SCARF principles in performing role.

Other

Essential

Ability to promote anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practices

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.