Custody Support Officer – 6 on/4 off Shifts

Essex & Kent Police; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in the United Kingdom is seeking a Detention Officer to assist with detainee reception and maintain custody environment security and welfare. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage challenging situations. Full training will be provided. This position involves shift work, including weekends, and a starting salary of £32,644 with increments up to £35,830.

Qualifications

• Must have good keyboard and computer skills.
• Able to work unsupervised in a challenging environment.
• Demonstrate resilience in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the reception of detainees into custody.
• Maintain the safety and security of the custody environment.
• Monitor and maintain the welfare of detainees.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Keyboard and computer skills

Job description

A regional police force in the United Kingdom is seeking a Detention Officer to assist with detainee reception and maintain custody environment security and welfare. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage challenging situations. Full training will be provided. This position involves shift work, including weekends, and a starting salary of £32,644 with increments up to £35,830.