Bank Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie Group plc.; Hengoed; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider in the UK is looking for Nurses or Paramedics for roles in custody suites. Candidates should have 2 years of post-qualification experience and a passion for delivering exceptional healthcare to vulnerable individuals. Comprehensive training will be provided, with prospects for career growth within the organization. This role involves patient assessment and medication administration within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• 2 years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in relevant medical fields (e.g., General Practice, A&E).
• UK residency for 3 years with no significant gaps.

Responsibilities

• Care for detainees in custody suites.
• Assess fitness for detention or release.
• Administer medications as needed.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Clinical skills

Forensic skills

Education

Registered Nurse or Paramedic

HCPC/NMC registration

Job description

Overview

Are you a Nurse or Paramedic looking for a new direction but not ready to take the leap from your current role? Look at our bank opportunities. You will be working alongside the Police in custody suites caring for detainees, and you can build a career within the criminal justice system helping some of the most vulnerable people in society. We require Registered (Adult) Nurses / RGNs, or Paramedics with 2 years post‑qualification experience who want to deliver gold‑standard care and be a proud part of a team that shares this vision and a genuine passion for developing clinical, forensic and wider skills.

Pay

• £20.50 per hour – 1‑2 shifts
• £22.50 per hour – 3‑5 shifts
• £24.50 per hour – 6+ shifts

Experience – Essential

• RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration: 2 years post‑qualification – Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic: 2 years post‑qualification
• Minimum of 2 years post‑qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within a relevant field such as General Practice, A&E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, walk‑in centres, substance misuse services, prison healthcare or ambulance service

Licence / Certification

• HCPC/NMC (required)
• Driving licence (required)
• Must be a UK resident for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police vetting

Role Involvement

The custody suites can be an energetic place to work, with no two shifts the same. While detained, we provide individuals with all their physical, mental healthcare and wellbeing needs, and gather any forensic samples needed by the police to aid investigations. Making careful records on our computerised systems, you will assess whether people are fit to be detained or released, administer medications when needed, and work with local liaison and diversion teams to address root‑cause issues that can prevent future crime. No previous forensic experience is required – we will provide all your training.

Opportunities for Growth

Mitie Care & Custody is the market leader in outsourced Police services in the UK. Our philosophy is all about delivering the Exceptional Every Day to the people in our care whilst providing you great training, development and career opportunities. We will support you every step of the way, developing your skills to professionally deliver this rewarding, sometimes challenging role with integrity and respect. Opportunities to progress into a full‑time role and further career advancement are available.