Custody Detention Officer - part time

Mitie Group plc.; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security services provider in the UK is seeking individuals to work in custody suites, caring for detainees and supporting police operations. This part-time role offers a salary of £13,759.20, flexible shifts, and opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates should have empathy and basic IT skills. Training will be provided, and prior experience in police/security roles is beneficial.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £150

Rotas planned 2 years in advance

Qualifications

• Competent in using a computer and various programs.
• Must possess a full valid driving license.
• Must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Work with Police Officers to care for detainees.
• Complete forensic samples and support detainees' rehabilitation.
• Manage shifts in custody suites across an assigned region.

Skills

Empathy

IT competency

Communication (spoken/written)

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

The custody suites can be an energetic place to work, with no two shifts the same. Whilst detained, we provide individuals with all their physical, mental healthcare and wellbeing needs. As well as escorting detainees, making recorded observations as per their individual plan, you will work with colleagues and the Police to deal with any detainee that is a risk of harming themselves.

You will be working in a small team alongside Police Officers, while also having the support of experienced Senior Custody Detention Officers to learn from.

Training

Once you have passed our selection and vetting process, you will begin your Police Services career by completing a 3‑week initial training course (ITC) Monday to Friday 8am‑5pm on FULL PAY. You will then have continued development.

Opportunities for growth

• Opportunities to progress to Senior Custody Detention Officer, where you will manage sizeable teams

Are you interested in working within the criminal justice system? In a core role supporting the police?

Do you have the empathy to work with vulnerable people?

We are looking for people who want to make a difference working alongside the Police in custody suites, caring for detainees – from supporting them during the time spent in custody, completing forensic samples, and working with other agencies to support and help with detainees' rehabilitation.

Previous experience working within the police/security/armed forces would be beneficial, but we will train you fully on an Initial Training Course even without previous experience.

You will be expected to use a computer and various programs competently during your working day.

The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area. Previous Police/Security/forces experience would be beneficial.

Minimum requirements

• Reasonable level of spoken and written English and basic numeracy
• Competent in IT and using a computer
• Full valid driving licence
• Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates are subject to police vetting checks – clean driving/criminal record is essential

Salary of £13,759.20 on a part-time shift pattern.

Rotas 2 years in advance so you can plan your life (average 21 hours per week).

Referral bonus: Refer a colleague who successfully joins us? That is £150 each time!