Job summary Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust Forensic Service is expanding, and we are developing our existing integrated model of mental health care for men in prisons across the Thames Valley region. We are recruiting for a Senior Mental Health Nurse to join our team at HMP Bullingdon in Bicester to provide mental health support and interventions to service users within the prison establishment. Prisons are very rewarding places for mental health nurses to work, where you have the opportunity to develop your existing skills with a vulnerable and unique patient group. We are looking to recruit forward thinking, innovative, creative, and compassionate senior mental health nurses to offer a wide variety of interventions to the prison population at HMP Bullingdon in Bicester, which is a Category B and C local prison housing approximately 1000 remand and sentenced male prisoners. You will be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team who deliver triage, assessment, group interventions, and caseload management in a person-centred way. This role includes an RSU allowance of £1,446 per annum on top of your salary Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. Main duties of the job Provide high quality, safe and effective mental health care and interventions to the service users within the prison establishment, including management of self harm and complex needs. You will be responsible for managing a caseload, triage, assessment, and delivery of evidence based interventions within the framework of the multi-disciplinary team and care programme approach, and input into discharge planning. As an integral member of the integrated Mental Health Team, you will provide advice and support to primary health care based within the prison, and other prison staff. You will work with internal and external partners, including partner healthcare providers, prison colleagues, social care providers, and probation services. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year plus an RSU allowance of £1,466 per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 267-FS7000586 Job locations HMP Bullingdon Patrick Haugh Road Bicester OX25 1PZ Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Desirable Experience of working in the field of criminal justice Knowledge of forensic care Experience Essential Experience of providing specialist interventions for those with mental health challenges Experience of managing self harm and associated risks Desirable Experience of developing and delivering group work Contractual Requirements Essential Ability to undertake continuing professional development Desirable Valid Driving Licence Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Desirable Experience of working in the field of criminal justice Knowledge of forensic care Experience Essential Experience of providing specialist interventions for those with mental health challenges Experience of managing self harm and associated risks Desirable Experience of developing and delivering group work Contractual Requirements Essential Ability to undertake continuing professional development Desirable Valid Driving Licence 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 Oxford Health NHS Trust Address HMP Bullingdon Patrick Haugh Road Bicester OX25 1PZ Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)