Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Lincoln within the Primary Care Team. We are looking for an individual who possess a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training so why not drop us a line and come and have a look around.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will ensure the provision of research based high quality care to patients in HMP Lincoln in accordance with local and national policies.

The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Lincoln including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients and holding nurse led clinics.

The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude at all times.

The post holder will oversee the provision of day to day healthcare services in the absence of the clinical lead.

The post holder will participate in audits, research and project work as requested.

The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff / students and support their development and education.

The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.

About us
Working for your organisation

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details
Date posted: 14 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 270-TH432-HMPLIN
Job locations: HMP Lincoln, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 4BD, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Nursing

• Essential: NMC registration as an RGN
• Essential: Experience in acute nursing
• Essential: Good communication skills
• Essential: To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Essential: Evidence of Leadership Skills
• Desirable: Prison experience
• Desirable: Acute care module
• Desirable: Non medical prescriber

Security Vetting

• Essential: The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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.

Employer details
Employer name: Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address: HMP Lincoln, Greetwell Road, Lincoln, LN2 4BD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Matron for Primary Care, Shani Leach, Shani.Leach@nhft.nhs.uk, 01522663332

Please note this post is subject to security vetting.