Custody Detention Officer – Training & Growth

Mitie Group; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group is seeking individuals to work within the criminal justice system in custody suites, caring for detainees and assisting with their welfare and rehabilitation. You will train on an Initial Training Course (ITC) on full pay and gain experience across shifts including nights, with a rolling rota planned up to two years in advance.

Previous Police/Security/forces experience is beneficial, but training is provided, and basic IT skills plus a valid UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in police/security/forces is beneficial
• Reasonable level of spoken and written English
• Basic IT competency
• Full valid driving licence
• Right to work in the UK;British Passport or ILR with 3+ years; no long gaps out of country

Responsibilities

• Support detainees during custody stay and ensure welfare needs are met
• Escort detainees and make observed entries per individual plan
• Collaborate with Police and other agencies to support detainee rehabilitation
• Assist with specimen collection and use of IT systems during shifts
• Participate in a 3-week initial ITC training on full pay and ongoing development

Skills

Basic IT literacy

English proficiency

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Mitie Group is seeking individuals to work within the criminal justice system in custody suites, caring for detainees and assisting with their welfare and rehabilitation. You will train on an Initial Training Course (ITC) on full pay and gain experience across shifts including nights, with a rolling rota planned up to two years in advance.

Previous Police/Security/forces experience is beneficial, but training is provided, and basic IT skills plus a valid UK driving licence are required.