Custody Detention Officer - part time

Mitie; Hereford; On-site; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional services company is looking for individuals to support police in custody settings, providing care and assistance to detainees. Candidates will be expected to have empathy, competence in IT, and a valid driving license. Previous experience in police or security roles is beneficial, but full training will be provided. This part-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Salary of £13,759.20

Rota's scheduled 2 years in advance

Referral bonus of £150

Qualifications

• Previous experience in police/security/armed forces is beneficial.
• Reasonable level of spoken and written English and basic numeracy required.
• Competent in IT and using a computer is essential.
• Full valid driving license is required.
• Must have lived in the UK for 3 years or more with no significant breaks.

Responsibilities

• Support detainees during their time in custody.
• Complete forensic samples and work with other agencies for rehabilitation.
• Work across assigned regions in custody suites as needed.
• Make recorded observations as per individual plans.
• Escort detainees while ensuring their wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Competent IT skills

Communication skills (spoken and written)

Job description

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, 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 in full 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.

What you can earn

• Salary of £13,759.20 on a part time shift pattern.
• Rota's 2 years in advance so you can plan your life (averages 21 hours per week).
• You refer a colleague who successfully join us? That is £150 each time.

What are the minimum requirements

• Previous Police/Security/forces experience would be beneficial.
• You will just need a 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.

A little more about the role

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 – whilst 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

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 to Senior Custody Detention Officer, where you will manage sizeable teams.