Job Title: Clinical Head of Healthcare – Surrey
Position: Clinical Head of Healthcare
Hours: 42hrs per week
Location: Surrey - Multi-site - Hybrid working (Staines, Guildford and Salfords)
Salary: £60,440.69 PA + Car Allowance £4,800
Direct Reports: 2 x Clinical Leads
Benefits: £3,000 Relocation Allowance, £1,500 Sign-On Bonus
Hours: Predominately Monday to Friday, flexible (24/7 service)
Are you an experienced Nurse or Paramedic leader looking for a new role?
Does Police custody healthcare appeal to you?
Do you want to make a difference?
If the answer to these questions is yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Mountain Healthcare is looking for a passionate, resilient, values driven leader to fill the position of Head of Healthcare and lead our custody healthcare service in Surrey.
Join us at Mountain Healthcare, where your expertise can make a real difference to the lives of detainees. If you would like to find out more information regarding this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager via email: (url removed)
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.
Deadline for applications: April 21st 2026
Mountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
About the Role•Provide effective clinical leadership to Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals.
•Ensure high-quality, patient-focused care while meeting client KPIs.
•Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for service enhancement.
•Oversee staffing levels, skill mix, and compliance with operational standards.
•Act as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development.
•Coordinate healthcare pathways for individuals that come into contact with the criminal justice process.
•Maintain a strong, on-site, presence and communication with staff, patients, and external stakeholders.
•Provide effective clinical leadership to all Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals, focusing on professional development issues.
•Ensure that the delivery of services is within the budget forecast for their custody.
•Ensure that high-quality, evidence-based, patient-focused care is provided to all patients.
•Respond appropriately to capacity demands and patient dependency requirements, using professional judgement to ensure safety at all times.
•Act as a role model and teacher to all members of staff sharing best practices. Ensure that all staff are compliant with MAST requirements at all times.
•Give expert advice, support, and information to police, HCPs, and Forensic Practitioners, being aware of psychological/emotional needs and responding accordingly.
•Oversee the management of Clinical Leads, HCPs, FMEs, and Forensic Practitioner teams within area of responsibility, ensuring effective rostering of staff.
Benefits
Enhanced sickness pay scheme
Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's service
Enhanced Neonatal/Adoption Pay after 1 year's service
Well-being programme
Advanced rota planning for better work-life balance
6 weeks annual leave
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Apprenticeships
Employee Assistant Programme
Long Service/Team of the Month Awards
A range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclasses
Funding for higher education courses after one years’ service
£3000 estimated average overtime pay
Contribution to relocation expenses should they wish to move T&C's apply
£1500 pro rata sign-on bonus
£500 referral bonus
£120 NMC registration fees per year
£98.12 HCPC registration Fees per year
Requirements
Essential Requirements:
•Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience as a Nurse or Paramedic.
•Proven, multi-site, leadership and management experience.
•Driving license and access to a vehicle.
•Experience managing a clinical service.
•Good relationship management skills.
•Line management experience.
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable:
•Previous experience working in secure or police custody healthcare environments.
•Project management experience
Salary description
£60440.00 - £60440.00 per year