Prison RMN – Band 5 or 6 – Shropshire

Job information

  • Location: Shropshire, England
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Registered Mental Health Nursing
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £21.00 - 26.50 per hour
  • Published: June 24, 2025
Job reference: 31819
Consultant: Hannah Chapman

Are you a Band 5 or Band 6 RMN looking for a rewarding locum role in Shropshire?
We have an exciting opportunity within a prison service for experienced, prison-cleared Registered Mental Health Nurses. With excellent rates, structured hours, and a secure clinical setting, this role offers the perfect opportunity to put your skills to use in a high-impact environment.


Key Details:

  • Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) – Band 5 or Band 6

  • Location: Shropshire area

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:30 AM – 3:30 PM

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: TBC

  • Rate of Pay: £21.00 per hour (Band 5) / £26.50 per hour (Band 6)

  • Contact: Hannah Chapman – 0203 475 4175 / hchapman@hg-mh.com


A Day in the Life of a Prison RMN:

Join a multidisciplinary healthcare team delivering essential mental health services within a secure prison setting. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting mental health assessments and risk evaluations

  • Supporting individuals with complex needs and crisis presentations

  • Administering medication and supporting treatment plans

  • Collaborating with prison healthcare, security, and external providers

  • Documenting care and adhering to ACCT procedures

  • Providing one-to-one and group-based mental health interventions


Requirements & Qualifications:

  • NMC registration and active PIN

  • Prison clearance (essential)

  • Prior experience working within a prison mental health setting

  • Full UK driver’s licence

  • Strong clinical skills, risk awareness, and crisis management experience


Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 07:30 AM – 3:30 PM. The contract is for 3 months ongoing with high likelihood of extension based on performance and service needs.


Ready to bring your clinical expertise to a secure setting?
Contact Hannah Chapman today at 0203 475 4175 or email hchapman@hg-mh.com to apply or find out more.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a leading UK agency specialising in Mental Health, Nursing, and Doctor locum and permanent roles across both the NHS and private sector. We provide high-quality, flexible roles to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

Benefits of working with us:
✔ Fast-track registration
✔ Competitive hourly rates & bi-weekly payroll
✔ Supportive mental health-focused recruiters
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector opportunities
✔ CV and interview support
✔ Discounted CPD and ongoing development


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