Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie Group plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dedicated nurse or paramedic to deliver essential healthcare services in custody suites. The role involves working flexible shifts, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of detainees. Applicants must have a relevant nursing or paramedic qualification with at least two years of experience, and a driving license is required. The position offers competitive incentives, including bonuses and discounts through various employee benefit programs, aimed at supporting a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

£1000 bonus after 12 months service

Scottish Widows pension

Blue Light card discounts

Virtual GP service

Employee Assistance Programme

Extra holiday entitlement

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• 2+ years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Driving licence required.
• Candidates subject to Police vetting.

Responsibilities

• Serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees.
• Provide round-the-clock coverage as per schedule.
• Collaborate with Police to ensure detainee safety.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Collaboration with Police

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

RN, RGN or RMN qualification

Paramedic qualification

Job description

Overview

If you are looking to redirect your career as a nurse or paramedic, we provide a dynamic and innovative pathway with opportunities for progression and extensive training. 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. 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. In collaboration with the Police, you will 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees.
• Provide round‑the‑clock coverage as per schedule.
• Collaborate with Police to ensure detainee safety.

Eligibility and Qualifications

• RN, RGN or RMN (dual registration) – 2 years post qualification, Band 5 minimum.
• Paramedic – 2 years post qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within a relevant field: General Practice, A&E, Emergency Medicine, acute medicine, Walk‑in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service.
• Driving licence (required).
• Right to work in UK with British Passport or ILR for 3 years, no gaps out of country exceeding 3 months.
• All candidates subject to Police vetting.

Benefits and Incentives

• £1000 bonus when completed 12 months service (£500 for PT).
• Scottish Widows pension.
• Blue Light card and associated shopping and leisure discounts.
• Mitie MiDeals scheme with over 3000 offers.
• Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mitie Choices programme – extra holiday entitlement, dental insurance, health cash plans, critical illness cover, discounted gym membership, share investment schemes (SAYE, Share Incentive Plan).
• Mitie Stars programme – voucher awards for exceptional performance, bonuses up to thousands of pounds.
• £500 referral bonus for each colleague who successfully joins.

Working Hours

Full time – 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.
Part time – fixed shift working: 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, working in a team rota pattern of 2 day shifts on, 8 days, 2 nights, 4 days off.
Rolling rota available 2 years in advance. Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum. NMC/HCPC registration paid.