Custody Nurse/Paramedic Clinical Lead- Surrey

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Custody Nurse/Paramedic Clinical Lead- Surrey, Guildford

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Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

55e310e9a221

Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

About the Role

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced General Nurse/Paramedic to join our Surrey team as a Clinical Lead!

Embark on a Meaningful Journey in Health & Justice Care!

Are you a qualified general nurse or paramedic with a passion for making a difference?

Do you have previous experience as a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional or are you keen to explore this dynamic field? We have a unique opportunity for you!

The post holder will have a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in an acute medical background (such as A&E, intensive care or as a Paramedic) and previous leadership and management experience.

Position:

Clinical Lead

Join a team dedicated to making a real difference in Surrey, with custody suites in Guildford, Salfords, and Staines. The Clinical Lead will provide essential healthcare support where needed most.

Direct Reports:

Healthcare Professionals (HCPs)

Hours:

Flexible (24/7 service), usually 2 days (7am-7pm), 2 nights (7pm-7am), 4 off

What We Offer:

• Dynamic Dual Role: Leadership and hands-on forensic healthcare provision, with varied daily challenges.
• Comprehensive Support: Training to become an accredited Forensic Practitioner, regardless of prior forensic experience.
• Career Growth: Supportive environment valuing leadership and clinical expertise.
• Meaningful Impact: Collaborate with law enforcement to improve lives within the criminal justice system.
• Estimated £3000 overtime pay
• £3000 relocation allowance (T&C's apply)
• £120 NMC registration fees/year
• £98.12 HCPC registration fees/year

An enhanced DBS check, Police Vetting (NPPV2), and a full UK driver’s license are required.

Main Duties:

The 4-on-4-off rota allows planning personal life months in advance. Shifts are 12 hours: 7am-7pm & 7pm-7am, including:

• Supervision, appraisal, managing poor performance, CPD strategies
• Forensic sampling (including bloods for road traffic offences)
• Referrals, support for vulnerabilities, aiding re-offending reduction
• Delivering substance misuse therapies
• Assessment & care of detainees and staff in custody
• Supporting high-risk detainee assessment and early intervention
• Resource management in healthcare provision
• Supervision, mentorship, and training of junior staff
• Reviewing high-risk cases and implementing care plans

Essential Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification
• At least 5 years post-qualification experience in acute medical settings
• Leadership and management experience
• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Multidisciplinary team collaboration

About Company

Mountain Healthcare, founded by passionate clinicians, leads UK’s clinical forensic healthcare sector, partnering with NHS England and police. We provide services including SARCs, police custodial healthcare, and secure estate healthcare, emphasizing holistic, trauma-informed care.

Aligned with our values of kindness and integrity, we innovate to ensure effective, equal, and safe patient care, prioritizing health, safety, and rights.

Join Us

Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly expanding career. We offer extensive training, CPD courses, and sector events to ensure our staff are industry leaders.

DE&I

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, or personal circumstances.

• Enhanced sickness, maternity, and adoption pay schemes
• Better rota planning for work-life balance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Pension, bonus, life assurance, employee support programs
• Funding for higher education after one year