Forensic Custody Paramedic or Nurse

Mitie; Harlow; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a certified nurse or paramedic to work within the criminal justice system. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience and be passionate about providing healthcare to society's vulnerable. The role involves working in custody suites, delivering care, and requires flexibility in work patterns. Comprehensive training is provided for those without forensic experience.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus after 12 months service

NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Average estimated overtime of £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare in custody suites to detainees.
• Collaborate with Police for client agreements.
• Deliver exemplary care under flexible rotas.

Job description

Overview

If you're looking to redirect your career as a nurse or paramedic, we provide a dynamic and innovative pathway with opportunities for progression and extensive training.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1,000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum
• Full time & part time NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Work Pattern

• 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, rolling rota available 2 years in advance.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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
• Driving Licence (required)
• Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

Role Overview

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'll 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.

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.

No previous forensic experience is required as full training will be given.