25 jobs in Spectrum Community Health CIC

Job summary

Salaried GP's specialising in care for people with substance misuse and men and women in prison and detained settings.

Spectrum CIC are looking for passionate enthusiastic, values driven people to join our existing team of experienced GPs. We are open to people working part time or full time, face to face.

All of our posts attract all of the benefits of NHS employment including NHS pension and time served enhancements and we warmly welcome those who may have retired and are thinking about returning into a new challenge.

Our doctors are all committed to delivering better health outcomes, tackling health inequalities, working with some of the most marginalised patients in the country.

Please note the welcome payment is payable to new candidates joining Spectrum Community Health CIC.

We aim to be flexible in matching your availability with our work patterns and the needs of the service and therefore we are also able to offer part time and flexible working options.

GPs play a crucial clinical leadership role in our prison primary healthcare teams. Previous experience of working in a jail, whilst desirable is not essential as full induction and training will be provided and there is round the clock access to experienced clinical supervision for new doctors who join our teams.

Our GPs tell us that personal and professional attributes of compassion, empathy, fairness and multidisciplinary working, alongside a desire to deliver the highest quality and innovative care are the cornerstones of a successful working model.

Line managed and supported by a Regional Lead GP, you will have access to continuing professional development in support of appraisal and revalidation through our GP forum. As a senior leader you will have access to a full induction and a range of ongoing professional support, coaching and development opportunities including Spectrum's own ILM accredited leadership and management programme.

You may already have a special interest in substance misuse, if not we will invest in you to help you attain the expertise and confidence, backed up by national accreditation to deliver a substance misuse extended role.

Alternatively you may have an interest in research or in medical education where we can link you to opportunities through our Research and medical education departments.

BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE

Join our team.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.

Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you!

• Access to NHS Pension
• Annual leave on your Birthday
• Welcome payment for some posts
• Refer a friend scheme
• Training and Development opportunities
• Flexible Working
• Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
• Up to 33 days annual leave

Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.

We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.

Our Mission
Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities

Our Vision
Quality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.

Please see attached job description and person specification. For an informal discussion please contact David Morris Regional Lead GP

Essential

• UK recognised medical qualification
• Recognised Certificate of Vocational Training
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in the relevant clinical and service improvement areas

Desirable

• Higher specialist qualifications or extensive relevant experience
• Current accreditation at GPwSI level in specialist area
• RCGP Certificate Part 1 and 2 - Substance Misuse
• Women's health and wellbeing
• Harm minimisation and management of bloodborne viruses
• Sexual health

Essential

• Primary care mental health
• Basic drug and alcohol awareness
• Chronic disease management
• Understanding of current health and social policy particularly offender health
• Understanding of clinical risk management and governance
• Principles of substance misuse treatment and pharmacotherapy
• Dependant Forming Medications

Desirable

• Understanding of principles & research
• Demonstrated breadth of knowledge in and outside this specialist area
• Understanding of NHS clinical governance/GP contracts/medicines management and resource constraints/financial management
• Up-to-date on new GP and pharmacy contracts

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Spectrum Community Health CIC is seeking Salaried GPs to deliver prison healthcare and substance misuse care within an NHS framework. Roles are available as part-time or full-time, face-to-face, with induction and ongoing professional support.

We offer NHS pension, generous annual leave, welcome payments for some posts, and flexible working patterns to fit service needs. UK medical qualification and registration are required.

Spectrum is a not‑for‑profit CIC dedicated to providing high‑quality NHS‑commissioned healthcare. Our focus is on patient‑centred care delivered through innovative and collaborative approaches.

Due to a new service commission, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a GP who is passionate about primary care and healthcare innovation to join the Spectrum Team. This will be a substantive full‑time or part‑time post with many NHS employment benefits, including NHS pension and time‑served inducements.

Previous experience working within a secure environment is not essential – full induction and training will be provided. Critical attributes include a passion for delivering high‑quality primary care, a desire to innovate and transform service delivery, and a willingness to work as part of a transformative integrated provider team.

As Lead GP you will dedicate your time to on‑site clinical care provision as a critical member of an experienced and passionate multi‑disciplinary primary healthcare team. You will be involved in a blended model of care, providing face‑to‑face primary care and complex case care planning as part of an MDT. You will provide clinical leadership and support to members of the prison's healthcare team, working with your Head of Healthcare and the North West Regional Lead GP to oversee the development and delivery of GP clinical services on site. Support will come from Spectrum clinical leaders representing Medical Education, Clinical Substance Misuse, and Remote Clinical working to enable the delivery of an innovative, digitally‑enabled, future‑focused primary care model.

• Access to NHS Pension
• Annual leave on your Birthday
• Welcome payment for some posts
• Refer a friend scheme
• Training and Development opportunities
• Flexible Working
• Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
• Up to 33 days annual leave

Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award‑winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not‑for‑profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company, our focus is on people – our patients, service users, staff and partners.

We aim to build on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values‑driven ethos while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising quality and social value.

Our Mission: Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities.

Our Vision: Quality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the advertised role.

• UK recognised medical qualification
• Recognised Certificate of Vocational Training
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in the relevant clinical and service improvement areas

• Higher specialist qualifications or extensive relevant experience
• Current accreditation at GPwSI level in specialist area
• RCGP Certificate Part 1 and 2 – Substance Misuse
• Women's health and wellbeing
• Harm minimisation and management of blood‑borne viruses
• Sexual health

• Primary care mental health
• Basic drug and alcohol awareness
• Chronic disease management
• Understanding of current health and social policy, particularly offender health
• Understanding of clinical risk management and governance
• Principles of substance misuse treatment and pharmacotherapy
• Dependant Forming Medications

• Understanding of principles & research
• Demonstrated breadth of knowledge in and outside this specialist area
• Understanding of NHS clinical governance/GP contracts/medicines management and resource constraints/financial management
• Up‑to‑date on new GP and pharmacy contracts

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Spectrum Community Health CIC

HMP Haverigg
North Lane
Millom
LA18 4NA

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Spectrum Community Health CIC is seeking a salaried GP to join an interdisciplinary primary care team delivering services at HMP Forest Bank. The post focuses on clinical assessment, prescribing, and patient care within a secure setting.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, provide routine and urgent care, and contribute to end‑of‑life care where needed. The role includes after‑hours reception duties and ongoing professional development.

Job Overview

Spectrum is a not‑for‑profit CIC dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving outcomes for the most disadvantaged. We require a salaried GP to join an interdisciplinary team delivering primary care at HMP Forest Bank.

• Provide face‑to‑face clinical services, including medical assessment, scheduled, unscheduled and emergency care in inpatient and segregation units.
• Perform full clinical assessments of patients and formulate differential diagnoses and management plans.
• Conduct pharmacological assessment and prescribing, and request, interpret, and act on clinical investigations.
• Arrange appropriate referrals and follow‑ups to specialist and secondary care services.
• Provide information, advice and facilitation of informed choice for ongoing treatment and care.
• Assess and monitor chronic diseases in accordance with NICE guidance and local clinical policy.
• Deliver end‑of‑life care under supervision from palliative care specialists where required.
• Provide reception cover from 5 pm to 9 pm Monday to Friday (hours to be discussed).
• Provide the medical component of prison reception assessment care, where responsibility for psychiatric assessment and management is handled by the specialist mental health provider.

• Current registration as a GP with the GMC.
• Up‑to‑date working knowledge of evidence‑based practice and clinical capabilities for complex health needs, including substance misuse and offender health.
• Experience in primary care, with preference for those who have worked in similar secure or prison settings.
• Leadership qualities and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for reducing health inequalities and commitment to the values of Spectrum.

• Access to NHS Pension scheme
• Annual leave on your birthday
• Welcome payment for certain posts
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Well‑being programmes
• Up to 33 days annual leave

Dr Jo Thomas, Associate Medical Director
Email:

Overview

Are you organised, professional and passionate about supporting healthcare services that make a real difference?

We are looking for a Healthcare Administrator to join our dedicated Prison Healthcare Team. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will play a vital part in supporting the delivery of high-quality healthcare services within a secure environment.

As a key member of the administration team, you will provide efficient and effective clerical and administrative support to healthcare professionals, helping ensure that patients receive timely and coordinated care. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to contribute to a service that positively impacts people\'s health and wellbeing.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, has excellent organisational skills and takes pride in delivering a professional service. You will be joining a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in our care.

As a Healthcare Administrator, you will be at the heart of the healthcare service, providing essential support to both clinical and operational teams. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for prisoners accessing healthcare services and responding to routine healthcare enquiries.
• Providing healthcare reception and administrative support to ensure patients are directed appropriately and appointments are managed effectively.
• Processing and uploading clinical correspondence onto SystmOne.
• Supporting healthcare clinics by preparing appointment lists, clinical records and relevant documentation.
• Coordinating gate passes and access arrangements for external healthcare professionals and partner agencies.
• Collecting, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintaining accurate healthcare records and ensuring information is handled confidentially and in accordance with data protection requirements.
• Working closely with healthcare staff to support the smooth day-to-day running of healthcare services across the establishment.
• Contributing to a positive patient experience by providing a professional, respectful and responsive service.

This role offers a unique opportunity to support the delivery of healthcare within a secure environment, helping to ensure people in custody receive timely access to healthcare services and support.

Be the Difference in Healthcare

At Spectrum Community Health CIC, we believe great healthcare starts with great people. We are committed to delivering high-quality services to some of the most vulnerable members of our communities and recognise the vital contribution our staff make every day.

Whether you are starting your career in healthcare administration or looking for a new challenge, we offer a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, grow professionally and make a real difference.

Job summary and responsibilities are as provided in the main duties above. This role is within a secure healthcare setting and requires professionalism, discretion and a focus on patient care.

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• NVQ 2 or equivalent knowledge and experience

• Knowledge of working within a busy reception environment
• A good knowledge of patient confidentiality
• Experience of working effectively in a busy office environment undertaking a range of administration duties

• Knowledge around Information Governance
• Experience of working in a secure environment and/or healthcare

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Employer name: Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address: HMP Humber, Sand lane, Everthorpe, HU15 2JZ, United Kingdom

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Spectrum Community Health CIC is seeking a Healthcare Administrator to join the Prison Healthcare Team at HMP Humber, Everthorpe. You will provide clerical and administrative support to clinicians, ensuring timely and coordinated patient care within a secure environment.

You'll be the first point of contact for prisoners, handle confidential records, appointments and clinic lists, and support day-to-day operations across the establishment with professionalism and discretion.

Please note that this role is for a DART Healthcare Support Worker not Primary Care. Are you looking for a new challenge in an environment where no two days are the same? This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours a week. Patient care is at the centre of what we do and we are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed health care professional who wants to make a difference to our patient’s lives. We provide primary care, GP surgery provision alongside access to mental health and substance misuse services. Prisons are challenging yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you want a role where you can develop your existing skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this is it!

• Complete relevant DART assessments as directed by nursing staff, including COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale), CIWA-A, and CIWA-B.
• Carry out urine drug screening tests, ensuring correct procedures for sample collection, testing, and documentation are followed.
• Support DART nursing staff in the facilitation and smooth running of the Buvidal injection clinic, including preparation of equipment and assisting with patient flow.
• Maintain accurate, clear, and defensible clinical documentation following all patient contacts in line with service policies and professional standards.
• Assist in carrying out Blood Borne Virus (BBV) screening.
• Undertake phlebotomy and ECG recordings.
• Complete opioid toxicity checks following initiation or dose increases of Opioid Substitution Therapy.
• Support patients who are actively using illicit substances, assisting nursing staff in monitoring their wellbeing, encouraging engagement with treatment pathways, and promoting safer choices.
• Provide harm reduction advice.
• Assist with health promotion interventions, including substance misuse education and general wellbeing support.
• Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and respect at all times while delivering care within a secure environment.

• Access to NHS Pension.
• Time for you day (additional day off).
• Welcome payment for some posts.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Flexible Working.
• Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes.
• Up to 33 days annual leave.

We welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who belong to LGBTQIA+ Community and are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and Asexual, people with a disability, neurodivergent applicants and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.

Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people – our patients, service users, staff and partners.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally Richards, Job title: DART Clinical Lead, Email address: