Forensic Custody Paramedic or Nurse

Mitie Group plc.; Swinton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking qualified Nurses or Paramedics to provide healthcare services within the criminal justice system. The role involves working in custody suites and requires at least two years of post-qualification experience in relevant clinical settings. Candidates must be committed to high-quality care, have excellent communication skills, and possess necessary registrations. Competitive compensation of £20,500 annually with potential bonuses and overtime. Flexible shift patterns are available.

Benefits

£500 bonus on completion of 12 months' service

NMC/HCPC registration fees paid

Average overtime earning potential: £3,500 per year

Qualifications

• At least two years post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Work in partnership with the Police, ensuring detainee safety and wellbeing.
• Flexibly work across assigned regional Police Force area as required.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Wide range of clinical situation management

Education

RN, RGN, or RMN with dual registration

Paramedic certification

Job description

Overview

As a qualified Nurse or Paramedic, you have the opportunity to build a rewarding career within the criminal justice system, supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. We believe every person has the right to high-quality healthcare, and we place dignity, wellbeing, and compassion at the centre of everything we do. We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about delivering exceptional care, proud to work as part of a team with shared values, and enthusiastic about developing their clinical, forensic, and wider professional skills.

Essential Experience

• Applicants must have at least two years post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant clinical environment such as:
• Accident & Emergency (A&E)
• General Practice
• Emergency Medicine
• Acute Medicine
• Prison Healthcare
• Ambulance Service

Your background should demonstrate your ability to deliver high-quality care, remain calm under pressure, and manage a wide range of clinical situations effectively. A full driving licence is essential.

About the Role

Working in partnership with the Police, you will be based in custody suites providing healthcare to detainees. Our service operates 24/7 to ensure detainee safety and wellbeing, following a rota agreed with our client. You will work both in your base custody suite and flexibly across your assigned regional Police Force area as required.

Salary & Benefits

• £20,500 per year
• £500 bonus on completion of 12 months' service
• Average overtime earning potential: £3,500 per year
• NMC/HCPC registration fees paid
• Part time - fixed shift pattern: 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and 18:45 to 07:00 for night shifts, in a team rota of 2 days 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
• 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

We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about delivering exceptional care, proud to work as part of a team with shared values, and enthusiastic about developing their clinical, forensic, and wider professional skills.