Essex Police Detention Officer (Various Locations)

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

Location of Role

County wide (discussed at interview)

Job Grade/Rank

The salary range is from £32,644 with annual increments to £35,830 which includes a 20% shift allowance, when the full range of shift patterns are worked. Additional weekend working enhancements are also available and paid when worked.

Part/Full Time

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Pattern

6 on 4 off shift pattern

Weekend/Evening Working

Yes

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to undertake the role of Detention Officer. In this role you will be required to assist in the reception of detainees into custody, carry out a wide range of unsupervised duties to ensure the safety, security, and hygiene of the custody environment. You will also monitor and maintain the welfare of the detainees and provide support to the Custody Officer.

This is a challenging role; therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital along with the ability to demonstrate resilience in potentially difficult situations.

You must have good keyboard and computer skills and be able to utilise a range of internal packages and be aware of all relevant security policies and operating procedures.

Training

Training will be provided at Essex Police College and locally and comprises a three-week course followed by a period of tutorship. There is a requirement to complete all training packages and achieve the required standard.

Shift Pattern

Core hours of work - a 6 on 4 off shift pattern covering the 24-hour period 365 days per year.

Salary

A starting salary of £27,204 whilst in training and then rises to the following on the 6 on 4 off shift pattern:

Starting salary of £32,644 with annual increments to £35,830 which includes a 20% shift allowance, when the full range of shift patterns are worked. Additional weekend working enhancements are also available and paid when worked.

The shift pattern available is subject to change.

Geographical Coverage

Whilst you will be based at a specific station, there is a contractual requirement for you to provide cover within a nominated geographical area. You must therefore have access to a vehicle, with appropriate Business Use Insurance.

Location Preferences

We have multiple opportunities in various locations, your preference of our vacancies will be discussed at interview stage. We are particularly looking for individuals that would be happy to work in the Harlow area.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process for this position will consist of the online application and interview.

Your application is shortlisted on the content provided within the 'reason for application' section. Please ensure you provide as much detail as possible as insufficient information may mean that you do not meet the shortlisting criteria. Please evidence each of the following on your application, giving examples.

• The ability to prioritise competing demands
• The ability to deal effectively with confrontational situations
• The ability to be a good team player
• Highly effective communication skills

This position may be suitable for part time working, subject to continuity and resourcing being achieved.

Contact Information

For further information or application guidance and support, please contact [e-mail]

Upon application please attach proof of your Driving Licence and any tattoos you have as this will help us move process your application as fast as possible.

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Vetting

All of our posts require a level of vetting and security clearance. During the recruitment process you will be sent vetting information forms to complete.

EEO Statement

Essex Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender, sex (or gender), employment status.

Please let us know if you require extra support at any stage of the application process, or for further information regarding this position, please email us at [e-mail] stating 'Application Support and Adjustments' in the title of your email. Alternatively, you can call us on 01245 452833.

Where appropriate we will make adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and/or the working environment provided it is reasonable in all the circumstances to do so.

This post is open to British Citizens, members of the EC or other states in the European Economic Area. If you are a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national, you must be a resident in the UK free of restrictions and with indefinite leave to remain in the UK. All applications must have lived in the UK continuously for the past three years.

Essex Police is an equal opportunities employer. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes.