Clinical Matron

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Matron to join our Primary Care team at HMP Huntercombe, a Category C men’s prison located near Nuffield in Oxfordshire. In this role you will be expected to provide the highest standards of healthcare, balancing efficiency and quality, and to provide clinical leadership and cover management for the prison.

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

Hours:

37.5 hours (Monday‑Friday) 08:00am‑16:00pm, on call once a quarter.

Salary:
Annual salary up to £59,677 per annum, depending on experience.

• Provide day‑to‑day clinical and operational management of the primary care team within an integrated healthcare service, contributing to strategic direction.
• Support the team to conduct comprehensive assessments, communicate treatment options, and initiate supportive care plans with individuals on a 1‑2‑1 basis, working with the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Lead or contribute to clinical and consumer audits; report to the Head of Healthcare and ensure contractual service management.
• Model a culture of compassion, courage, and competence; provide challenge, support, and mentorship to staff, improving care quality.

• Bespoke induction including Introducing Health in Justice training
• Competency framework and LMS for learning
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Support from the wider team
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Employee assistance helpline and financial assistance

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group provides services to over 53 prisons and removal centres, supporting 40,000+ patients in secure environments.

Our purpose:
Unlock your best work life; core values: treat patients and each other with respect, act with integrity, embrace diversity, and strive to do things better together.

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
• Line management and student nurse mentorship experience
• Knowledge of clinical governance, health and safety, QOF, evidence‑based practice, and national standards

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Additional vetting and security checks will be required.

Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. DBS check required.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.

Practice Plus Group

Nuffield, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 5SB