Forensic Custody Paramedic or Nurse

Mitie Group plc.; Harlow; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the UK seeks certified nurses or paramedics to deliver healthcare within custody suites, supporting vulnerable individuals. Candidates should have at least 2 years experience in a patient-facing role and be eager to provide exemplary care. Flexible shifts are available on a fixed rota with competitive compensation including a salary of £41,000 and a potential £1,000 bonus after 12 months service.

Benefits

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum

Bonus after 12 months service

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Right to work in the UK with relevant documentation.
• Candidates subject to Police vetting.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare to detainees within the criminal justice system.
• Work flexibly across various custody suites.
• Complete full training for the role.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Driving licence

Education

RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration

Paramedic qualification

Job description

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.

Qualifications

• RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration: 2 years post qualification – Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic: 2 years post qualification
• Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within: General Practice, A & E, Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Walk‑in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Ambulance Service
• Driving licence (required)
• Must have right to work in the 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

Job 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.

Responsibilities

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 required as full training will be given.

Compensation and Working Hours

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1,000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• 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.
• Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum
• NMC/HCPC registration paid