Healthcare Assistant, Liverpool L9 7LH

Healthcare Assistant – HMP Altcourse

Salary - £25,557 - £29,723 per annum

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for several Healthcare Assistants to join our growing service at HMP Altcourse. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within primary care, while gaining exposure to a wider multiâdisciplinary team in a unique and supportive healthcare environment.

Healthcare Assistants play a vital role in delivering safe, effective care and supporting each patient’s health journey.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will support a range of clinical and operational activities, including:

• Running and supporting healthcare clinics (bloods, observations, ECGs, NHS Health Checks)
• Working in reception (Early Days in Custody), carrying out basic health assessments and bloodâborne virus screening
• Supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Acting as pharmacy second checker and assisting with medication rounds
• Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals

What We’re Looking For

• Previous care experience (community, hospital, or similar healthcare setting)
• Care Certificate and/or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Clinical skills such as bloods (venepuncture) are desirable but not essential
• A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and fastâpaced environment

About HMP Altcourse

HMP Altcourse is the busiest remand prison in England, accommodating approximately 1,160 adult males with an average stay of 10 weeks. Practice Plus Group provides primary care and substance misuse services across eight wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.

Working Pattern

Please note, this role requires flexibility and will include unsociable hours, such as evenings, weekends, and night shifts where applicable.

Important Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• All offers of employment are subject to enhanced vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role