Prison Mental Health Clinical Lead Role at York with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
York, North Yorkshire

Type
Permanent, Full-time or Part-time

Salary (£)
37,338 to 44,962 per annum

About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
They’re not just filling roles. They’re building a dedicated team to shape the future of prison mental healthcare. As one of the UK’s leading mental health providers, Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust have just been awarded the contract to deliver services at HMP Millsike, a brand-new, all-electric Category C men’s prison in Full Sutton near York. It’s a unique chance to be part of something new from day one, creating a space where clinical practice meets true social impact.

Job details

Benefits

• Bespoke induction to help you transition into the prison healthcare environment
• Access to regional career development through specialist training, leadership pathways, and secondments
• Professional support via competency frameworks, clinical supervision, and reflective practice
• Pathways into specialist roles including DBT, EMDR, non-medical prescribing, and advocacy
• Supportive team culture with multi-disciplinary professionals who’ve got each other’s backs

Requirements

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disabilities Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist
• UK professional registration with NMC or relevant body
• 18 months post-qualification experience with completed preceptorship
• Experience working in community mental health settings
• Skilled communicator, confident in assessments, planning, and delivering evidence-based interventions
• Comfortable navigating the complexities of offender health or secure environments
• Keen to work as part of a collaborative team that values diverse input and clinical leadership

Salary Details

This role is Band 6, within the NHS Agenda for Change pay scale, starting from £37,338 to £44,962 per year (pro rata if part-time).

About the Role

This isn’t your average mental health role. You’ll join a new team within a new prison, helping to shape how mental health services are delivered from the ground up. Every day offers something different. Whether you’re providing urgent care, developing structured interventions, or collaborating with colleagues on complex cases, you’ll have the freedom and trust to bring your full clinical experience to the table.

The prison population will include up to 1,500 individuals focused on rehabilitation. Your work will directly support that mission, giving people the mental stability they need to move forward. It’s demanding, yes. But it’s also meaningful.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver full-spectrum clinical assessments and interventions for a diverse range of patients
• Create and lead person-centred care plans in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team
• Navigate the unique challenges of prison settings while maintaining high clinical standards
• Support the mental health needs of individuals with complex presentations
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to workforce development and supervision
• Drive quality improvement projects that actually make a difference in service delivery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to inclusive hiring and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The team believes in co-creating better care and better work environments for everyone.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: HMP Millsike, Moor Lane, York, YO41 1PS
• Contact: via NHS Jobs or Trust recruitment team
• Website: www.tewv.nhs.uk

Reference Number
346-FMH-068-25-A

How To Apply
Want to shape something new and meaningful? Apply now to be part of this high-impact mental health team where your skills won’t just be valued – they’ll be vital.