Custody Training Lead: Elevate Officer Readiness

Surrey Police; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Staff benefits and wellbeing networks

Flexible working where possible

Job summary

Surrey Police is seeking a dynamic Custody Training Officer to design and deliver engaging custody training programmes for detention officers and sergeants. You will evaluate learning activities, ensure compliance with PACE, use of force and safeguarding, and provide constructive feedback to support progression.

The role supports CPD, improves detention safety, and requires strong communication, coaching and leadership abilities, with the flexibility to adapt training to diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Hold or be willing to complete College of Policing Trainer Essential Programme (TEP).
• GCSE C or higher in Maths/Level 2 or equivalent.
• GCSE C or higher in English/Level 2 or equivalent.
• Full and valid driving licence; access to a vehicle to travel to custody suites.
• Hold or achieve Surrey Police Basic Driver authorisation.
• Police Sector Assessor Standard qualification or ability to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering engaging custody training programmes.
• Evaluating learning activities; assessing trainee competency and ensuring legal compliance (PACE, use of force, safeguarding).
• Providing developmental feedback to help students progress.
• Supporting CPD for custody sergeants and detention officers.
• Contributing to safer detention practices and better outcomes for detainees and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Leadership

Decision-making

Autonomous working

Trauma-informed practice

Education

College of Policing Trainer Essential Programme (TEP)

GCSE Maths (C) or Level 2 equivalent

GCSE English (C) or Level 2 equivalent

Full valid driving licence

Police Sector Assessor Standard qualification or ability to achieve

Job description

Surrey Police is seeking a dynamic Custody Training Officer to design and deliver engaging custody training programmes for detention officers and sergeants. You will evaluate learning activities, ensure compliance with PACE, use of force and safeguarding, and provide constructive feedback to support progression.

The role supports CPD, improves detention safety, and requires strong communication, coaching and leadership abilities, with the flexibility to adapt training to diverse learners.