Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie Group plc.; Newtown; On-site; GBP 36,900 - 45,100; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is looking for a certified nurse or paramedic to deliver care within the criminal justice system in Newtown, Wales. Applicants should have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in relevant clinical settings. The role involves working in custody suites and requires flexibility in scheduling.

The position offers a salary of £41,000 per year plus a £1,000 bonus after 12 months of service, with an average estimated overtime of £3,500 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Registered with NMC/HCPC and paid registration.
• Driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Provide high-quality care under pressure.
• Work in collaboration with the Police across assigned regions.

Skills

Patient care

Ability to work under pressure

Clinical skills

Forensic skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) or Paramedic

Minimum 2 years post qualification experience

Job description

As a certified nurse or paramedic, you can pursue a career within the criminal justice system, aiding some of society's most vulnerable individuals.

We believe in the right to healthcare for all, placing their health and wellbeing at the heart of our approach to care.

We seek individuals eager to provide exemplary care, take pride in being part of a team that shares this vision, and have a genuine enthusiasm for developing clinical, forensic, and broader skills.

Applicants must have a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant clinical setting.

Suitable environments include Accident & Emergency (A&E), General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Prison Healthcare, or the Ambulance Service.

This experience should demonstrate your ability to deliver high-quality care, work under pressure, and manage diverse clinical situations effectively.

You must have a driving licence. In collaboration with the Police, you'll serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees.

We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of detainees with round-the-clock coverage in the custody suites, in line with a schedule agreed upon with our client.

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.

Salary: £41,000 per year. £1,000 bonus when completed 12 months service. Full time.

Shift Pattern and Scheduling

• Fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00. Rolling rota available 2 years in advance.
• All employees must work full shifts. Part‑time employees still need to carry out some night shifts.
• Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum.

Requirements

• Registered with NMC/HCPC and paid registration.
• RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration, with a minimum of 2 years post qualification.
• Band 5 minimum. Paramedic with 2 years post qualification.
• Driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK: British passport or ILR for 3 years, no gaps out of country longer than 3 months.
• All candidates will be subject to Police vetting.
• Ability to work across the region in Police Custody Suites and Force area.