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Prison MH Nurse - Hampshire - Band 6 Opportunity!

Hunter Gatherer AHP & Mental Health
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9PA, England

Salary

£25.27 - £26.27 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse locum role is available in the Hampshire area within a prison service.
  • The position offers a pay rate of £25.27 - £26.27 per hour and requires prior custodial healthcare experience.
  • The job involves conducting mental health assessments, managing a caseload, and collaborating with various healthcare professionals.
  • This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and an initial contract duration of 3 months.
  • Candidates must have current NMC registration, active prison clearance, and a full UK driving licence.

Are you a Band 6 Registered Mental Health Nurse looking for a rewarding locum role in Hampshire?We have an excellent opportunity within a prison service offering strong pay, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a real difference in secure healthcare.

Key Details:
  • Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse - Band 6

  • Location: Hampshire area

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: TBC

  • Rate of Pay: £25.27 - £26.27 per hour

  • Contact: Hannah Chapman - /

A Day in the Life of a Band 6 RMN in a Prison Setting:

Join a multidisciplinary healthcare team working within a secure environment to deliver vital mental health support to patients in custody. In this role, you will:

  • Conduct thorough mental health assessments and provide 1:1 interventions

  • Manage a caseload of service users with a variety of mental health needs

  • Support medication administration, crisis care, and safeguarding processes

  • Collaborate with prison officers, GPs, psychiatrists, and external agencies

  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold best practice standards

This is an ideal opportunity for a Band 6 RMN with prior prison experience looking for a consistent and rewarding contract.

Requirements & Qualifications:
  • Current and valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse

  • Essential: Active prison clearance and previous custodial healthcare experience

  • Strong understanding of secure mental health services and clinical risk

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle required

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The contract is initially for 3 months ongoing, with a high likelihood of extension based on performance and service need.

Interested in bringing your expertise into a secure setting?

Contact Hannah Chapman today at or email to apply or learn more.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a trusted UK recruitment agency specialising in Mental Health, Nursing, and Doctor locum and permanent roles. We work across NHS and private services, connecting mental health professionals with high-quality, flexible opportunities.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.