Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic to provide critical care in custody suites. Candidates should be registered nurses or paramedics with at least 2 years of experience. Responsibilities include assessing detainees' health needs, administering medications, and documenting care with precision. This role offers opportunities for growth within the criminal justice system, and all necessary training will be provided. Competitive hourly rates based on shifts worked and ongoing support for professional development are included.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training provided

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience.
• HCPC/NMC registration required.
• Driving Licence and UK residency for 3 years with no major gaps.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and mental healthcare to detainees.
• Administer medication and conduct assessments.
• Record patient details using computerised systems.

Skills

Flexibility to work across assigned regions

Patient care and assessment

Ability to work in high-pressure environments

Education

Registered (Adult) Nurse / RGN / Paramedic with 2 years' post qualification experience

Tools

Computer systems for record-keeping

Job description

Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic - BANK

Employer:

Location:

CH1 4QS

Pay:

Salary not specified.

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

14/02/2026

About this job

Are you a Nurse or Paramedic looking for a new direction but not ready to take the leap from your current role?

You will be working alongside the Police in custody suites caring for detainees, you can have a career within the criminal justice system helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?

We require Registered (Adult) Nurses / RGNs, or Paramedics with 2 years' post qualification experience, who want to deliver gold standard care and be a proud part of a team who has this vision with a real passion for developing clinical, forensic and wider skills.

You must have the flexibly work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area.

What can you expect to earn?

Below is based on shifts per month -£20.50 per hour 1-2 shifts -£22.50 per hour 3-5 shifts -£24.50 per hour 6 shifts Experience

• Essential -RN, RGN or (RMN with 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 Licence/Certification: -HCPC/NMC (required) -Driving Licence (required) -Must be a UK resident for 3 years no gaps out of country more than 3 months -All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting What does the role involve?

The custody suites can be an energetic place to work, with no two shifts the same.

Whilst detained, we provide individuals with all their physical, mental healthcare and wellbeing needs, as well as gather any forensic samples needed by the police to aid their investigations.

Making careful records on our computerised systems, you will be assessing whether people are fit to be detained or released, administering medications when needed, and working with local Liaison and Diversion teams to address root cause issues that can prevent future crime.

No previous forensic experience required we will provide all your training Mitie Care & Custody is the market-leader in outsourced Police services in the UK. Our philosophy is all about delivering the Exceptional Every Day to the people in our care whilst providing you great training, development, and career opportunities.

What about opportunities for growth?

We will support you every step of the way, developing your skills to professionally deliver this rewarding, sometimes challenging role with integrity and respect. -Opportunities to progress into a full-time role and further opportunities.

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