Band 6 Mental Health Staff Nurse (Prison Service) – HMP Dovegate, Uttoxeter

Job information

  • Job reference: JD - 33501
  • Location: Uttoxeter
  • Salary: £25- £26ph
  • Published: November 24, 2025
Job reference: JD – 33501

Looking for your next reliable Band 6 role within a secure setting?
HMP Dovegate in Uttoxeter are seeking an experienced Band 6 Mental Health Staff Nurse to join their team on a 3-month placement, starting as soon as possible.

Band 6 Mental Health Staff Nurse (Prison Service) – RMN
Location: HMP Dovegate, Uttoxeter
Contract: 12 weeks
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 08:00–16:00
Rate: £26 per hour
Start: ASAP
Contact: Jake Davies – jdavies@hg-mh.com


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Providing specialist mental health nursing care to service users within HMP Dovegate.

  • Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and deliver effective mental health interventions.

  • Managing risk, responding to crises, and maintaining clinical documentation to the highest standard.

  • Supporting continuity of care and coordinating with internal and external services.

  • Promoting safety, wellbeing, and recovery within a secure environment.


Requirements & Qualifications

  • Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with Band 6 experience.

  • MUST have active Prison Clearance.

  • Essential: Experience working within the prison service within the last 12 months.

  • Full UK Driving Licence.

  • Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills.

  • Ability to work independently within a secure setting.


Working Hours & Contract

  • Full-time, Monday to Friday

  • 08:00–16:00

  • 12-week placement

  • ASAP start


Interested? Apply Today

If you have any suitable candidates, please send CVs directly to jdavies@hg-mh.com or reach out for more information.


About Hunter Gatherer Mental Health

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health is a specialist recruitment agency focused on supplying high-quality mental health professionals across the UK. We provide dedicated support throughout the recruitment process, prompt payment, and access to a wide range of roles across NHS and private services.

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