BANK Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - Workington Custody Suite

TN United Kingdom; Workington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in forensic healthcare is seeking passionate Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. This role offers a unique opportunity for Nurses and Paramedics looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic custody environment. With a 4-on-4-off rota pattern, you can enjoy a balanced work-life schedule while providing critical care to detainees. Join a team that values kindness and integrity, and receive extensive training to excel in this growing field. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year

Advanced rota planning

6 weeks annual leave

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition awards

CPD training and masterclasses

Qualifications

• 3+ years post qualification experience required.
• Experience in A&E, community nursing, or police custody preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic sampling and deliver healthcare to detainees.
• Support vulnerabilities and promote personal healthcare.

Skills

Forensic sampling

Substance misuse therapies

Assessment & care of detainees

Mental health identification

Education

Registered Nurse

Paramedic

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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About the Role

Are you a Nurse looking for a change? Are you a Paramedic looking for the next step? Do you want to work in forensic healthcare that makes a remarkable, positive and life-long difference to people’s lives?

If the answer to the above is yes, then this is the right role for you!

Here at Mountain Healthcare, we are looking for passionate, determined, and resilient individuals to join our teams as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals based in Cumbria.

This role is an alternative career option for RGN's and qualified Paramedics with 3+ years' post qualification experience.

Custody environments are dynamic and lively, with no two days the same. Detainees can be held for up to 24 hours, during which we provide high-level care tailored to their needs, including issues like drug/alcohol dependency and acute medical episodes.

Our healthcare professionals are trained to collect forensic samples to assist police investigations.

Experience in forensics is NOT NECESSARY. As a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional, you will work closely with police and receive training to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner.

Hours of Work

If you're seeking better work-life balance, this role offers a 4-on-4-off rota pattern, allowing you to plan personal activities months in advance. The shifts include two day shifts, two night shifts, then 4 days off.

This is a Bank Vacancy Only.

Duties Include

• Forensic sampling (including blood tests for road traffic offences).
• Signposting and referrals; supporting vulnerabilities and re-offending reduction.
• Delivering substance misuse therapies.
• Assessment & care of detainees and staff in custody.
• Promoting personal healthcare.
• Working with Liaison and Diversion to identify mental health needs.
• Qualified Registered Nurse or Paramedic.
• Minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.

Preferred experience includes A&E, walk-in centres, substance misuse, community nursing, police custody, prison, Paramedic Practitioner, or related fields.

About the Company

Mountain Healthcare, founded by passionate clinicians, leads UK’s clinical forensic healthcare sector, partnering with NHS England and police. Services include SARCs, Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare, and telehealth advice.

Guided by values of kindness and integrity, we provide trauma-informed, holistic care to improve health outcomes within the criminal justice system. We leverage technology and partnerships to ensure effective, equitable, and patient-centered services.

Join the Best Provider, Make the Greatest Difference

Clinical forensic healthcare is a growing field with increasing demand. We offer extensive training, including our Forensic Practitioner Gateway, CPD courses, and sector events to ensure our staff are leaders in the field.

DE&I

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity, welcoming applications regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, or personal circumstances.

• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year
• Advanced rota planning for work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition awards
• CPD training and masterclasses
• Funding for higher education after 1 year
• Estimated £3000 overtime pay
• £3000 relocation allowance (T&Cs apply)