Practice Plus Group
Healthcare Assistant
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About The Role
Healthcare Assistant – HMP Risley
Salary - £25,557 - £29,723 per annum
Our team is expanding, and we are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our growing service at HMP Risley. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within substance misuse, while gaining exposure to a wider multi-disciplinary team in a unique and supportive healthcare environment.
Healthcare Assistants play a vital role in delivering safe, effective care and supporting each patient’s health journey.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will support a range of clinical and operational activities, including:
- Running and supporting healthcare clinics (bloods, observations, ECGs, NHS Health Checks)
- Working in reception (Early Days in Custody), carrying out basic health assessments and blood-borne virus screening
- Assist patients with personal care
- Supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
- Acting as pharmacy second checker and assisting with medication rounds
- Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals
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What We’re Looking For
- Previous care experience (community, hospital, or similar healthcare setting)
- Care Certificate and/or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
- Clinical skills such as bloods (venepuncture) are desirable but not essential
- A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
- Ability to work effectively in a secure and fast-paced environment
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About HMP Risley
HMP Risley is a Category C male prison in Warrington, with capacity of around 1,100. HMP Risley exclusively houses persons convicted of a sexual offence (PCSO). Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.
Working Pattern
Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00.
Important Information
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
- All offers of employment are subject to enhanced vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role
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