Job summary We are looking for dynamic and experienced clinical reviewers to join our BANK of clinical reviewers to deliver high-quality death in custody clinical reviews. You will be responsible for liaising with the Prison and Probation Ombudsman's Investigator to conduct timely independent clinical reviews that meet the PPO and NHS England Health and Justice Commissioner's quality standards. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated, currently practising clinicians, with a proven track record as investigator and/or clinical reviewers in the custodial healthcare sector, NHS secure environments, or police detention. You will be a Registered Doctor on the General Medical Council or be a Registered Nurse with the NMC. You will; Have current clinical or healthcare management responsibility and have up-to-date clinical practice and evidence of professional development. Be on the relevant professional register (GMC/NMC) and have worked in a clinical or healthcare management role for a minimum of 5 years. Have evidence of current and ongoing professional development. Have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a clinical role. Attend at least one bi-annual review meeting held at the local office in Wakefield or via Microsoft Teams. Attend bespoke clinical review induction training. With excellent investigative and analytical skills and an attention to the sensitivity of the role, you will be able to build respect, develop effective working relationships and partnerships. Main duties of the job To carry out a clinical review relating to the death of a person in the custody (or released on temporary licence) of a prison, Young Offender Institution, Secure Children's Home, Immigration Removal Centre, Courts or Approved Premises. To undertake level 1, 2 and 3 investigations into the clinical circumstance surrounding the death, working closely and making early contact with Prison and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) Investigator. To produce accurate and timely reports following the NHS England guidance. To provide a comprehensive review of care including an evaluation of equivalence of care in secure environments with care in the community. To develop SMART (Specific, Measurable Attainable, Relevant & Timely) recommendations for improvements in care and service delivery where appropriate. To raise any issues of concern that requires immediate attention to Commissioners, via the Death in Custody Service Manager. To attend inquests when required by HM Coroner to give evidence from the investigation findings. To participate in continuous professional development opportunities to ensure quality of service. About us BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE Join our team We are looking for dynamic and experienced clinical reviewers to join our BANK of clinical reviewers to deliver high-quality death in custody clinical reviews. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £1,000 to £1,250 a session The fees are calaculated by the level of the clinical review Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 847-MC-25-VB34 Job locations Spectrum Community Health CIC 1 Navigation Walk, Wakefield Wakefield WF1 5RH Job description Job responsibilities To carry out a clinical review relating to the death of a person in the custody (or released on temporary licence) of a prison, Young Offender Institution, Secure Childrens Home, Immigration Removal Centre, Courts or Approved Premises. To undertake level 1, 2 and 3 investigations into the clinical circumstance surrounding the death, working closely and making early contact with Prison and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) Investigator. To produce accurate and timely reports following the NHS England guidance. To provide a comprehensive review of care including an evaluation of equivalence of care in secure environments with care in the community. To develop SMART (Specific, Measurable Attainable, Relevant & Timely) recommendations for improvements in care and service delivery where appropriate. To raise any issues of concern that requires immediate attention to Commissioners, via the Death in Custody Service Manager. To attend inquests when required by HM Coroner to give evidence from the investigation findings. To participate in continuous professional development opportunities to ensure quality of service. Job description Job responsibilities To carry out a clinical review relating to the death of a person in the custody (or released on temporary licence) of a prison, Young Offender Institution, Secure Childrens Home, Immigration Removal Centre, Courts or Approved Premises. To undertake level 1, 2 and 3 investigations into the clinical circumstance surrounding the death, working closely and making early contact with Prison and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) Investigator. To produce accurate and timely reports following the NHS England guidance. To provide a comprehensive review of care including an evaluation of equivalence of care in secure environments with care in the community. To develop SMART (Specific, Measurable Attainable, Relevant & Timely) recommendations for improvements in care and service delivery where appropriate. To raise any issues of concern that requires immediate attention to Commissioners, via the Death in Custody Service Manager. To attend inquests when required by HM Coroner to give evidence from the investigation findings. To participate in continuous professional development opportunities to ensure quality of service. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Healthcare professional with current appropriate registration e.g. Nurse with NMC membership. OR Doctor with GMC registration. Any nurse registered with the NMC OR Be in a healthcare management role incorporating regular involvement in the review and support of clinical practice. Desirable Possess a working knowledge of HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Healthcare professional with current appropriate registration e.g. Nurse with NMC membership. OR Doctor with GMC registration. Any nurse registered with the NMC OR Be in a healthcare management role incorporating regular involvement in the review and support of clinical practice. Desirable Possess a working knowledge of HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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. 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 Spectrum Community Health CIC Address Spectrum Community Health CIC 1 Navigation Walk, Wakefield Wakefield WF1 5RH Employer's website https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)