Custody Forensic Health Clinician

Partnering Health Ltd; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Partnering Health Ltd seeks a Forensic Healthcare Professional for Durham custody settings. You will perform clinical assessments, collect forensic samples, and maintain detailed records to support detainee health needs and safety within the police custody environment.

You will advise Custody Officers, reference Police and Criminal Evidence Act practices, and determine fitness for detention, release, and interview, including intoxication assessment. Driving is required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic with at least 3 years' experience.
• Active NMC or HCPC registration.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and identify appropriate interventions.
• Collect forensic samples and maintain accurate records.
• Provide guidance to Custody Officers on detainee health needs.
• Determine fitness to be detained, and to be released/interviewed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Forensic guidelines

Record keeping

Custody support

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Tools

Police Vetting Level 2 NPPV

Job description

Partnering Health Ltd seeks a Forensic Healthcare Professional for Durham custody settings. You will perform clinical assessments, collect forensic samples, and maintain detailed records to support detainee health needs and safety within the police custody environment.

You will advise Custody Officers, reference Police and Criminal Evidence Act practices, and determine fitness for detention, release, and interview, including intoxication assessment. Driving is required.