Forensic Healthcare Professional

Phl Group; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike2Work Scheme

DSE Eye Tests and Spectacles

Employee Assistance Program – 24 hour/

Family Friendly Policy

Long Service Award

Menopause Support

NHS Discount – Blue Light Card

Paid Sick Pay

Professional Development

Workplace Savings and Low Interest Lin

Job summary

PHL Group is seeking Forensic Healthcare Professionals to join the custody team in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. The role involves assessing and treating detainees in police custody, working alongside officers to ensure health needs are addressed and evidence is gathered through forensic examinations.

The position is part-time, 21 hours per week (7am – 7pm), with duties including clinical assessments, documentation, and coordinating care with the Forensic Medical Examiner.

Qualifications

• Clinical assessment of detainees and health needs
• Maintaining accurate, timely medical records
• Ability to communicate with custody officers and detainees

Responsibilities

• Deliver forensic practitioner services in custody environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and injury logs.
• Advise custody officers on health needs and care prioritisation.
• Assess detainees’ fitness for detention, charges, and release.
• Manage alcohol/drug intoxication and withdrawal assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medical records

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Tools

Medical records systems

Job description

Foreic Healthcare Professional

PHL Group are looking for Forensic Healthcare Professionals to join the team in Warwickshire custody. The custody suites are based in Leamington Spa. This is an exciting role where you will work alongside police officers to assess and treat individuals who are detained in police custody.

Hours : part-time, 21 hours per week (7am – 7pm)

Could you determine if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition, uncooperative, or lacking necessary diabetes medication? Are they a substance misuser or experiencing a head injury? Our Forensic Healthcare Practitioners (HCPs) are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained individuals, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations to gather evidence for use in the criminal justice system.

In this role, you will perform clinical assessments, identify and implement appropriate interventions, and collect forensic samples. You will provide advice and guidance to ensure the detainees receive proper care, maintaining detailed and accurate records to safeguard their health, safety, and welfare while in police custody.

We invite you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite to see first hand how varied and challenging this role can be.

Location: Leamington Spa

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver forensic practitioner services in compliance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and local protocols.
• Maintain accurate and complete timely documentation, including injury record and log all activities using current systems.
• Advise and support custody officers in assessing detainees’ healthcare needs and prioritising care, consulting the Forensic Medical Examiner as needed.
• Assess detainees’ fitness for detention, interview, understanding of charges and release.
• Evaluate alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal.
• Registered Nurse or paramedic with minimum of 3 years’ service.
• Full membership of the NMC or HCPC
• Must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle for business use
• Competent in oral and written English.
• Have been continuously resident in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Right to Work in the UK
• Ability to be cleared through the Police Vetting system: Level 2 NPPV clearance.
• A DBS check is required for this post. PHL will undertake an initial check at the appropriate level on appointment.
• Bike2Work Scheme. Save up to 42% on bikes & equipment
• DSE Eye Tests and Spectacles. Up to £25 for eye tests, £50 for spectacles
• Employee Assistance Program – 24 hour helpline. 24/7 support for counselling, legal, medical & more
• Family Friendly Policy. Support for maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility leave
• Long Service Award. Celebrating 5 & 10 years of service
• Menopause Support. HRT subscription covered & Menopause Pledge
• NHS Discount – Blue Light Card. Staff are eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers a range of official discounts
• Paid Sick Pay. 10 days per year
• Professional Development. Training, courses & team-building opportunities
• Workplace Savings and Low Interest Loans. Payroll savings & low-interest loans

As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Armed Forces community, PHL Group has been awarded the Defence Employers Recognition Scheme Silver Award and Veteran Aware accreditation. These prestigious accolades highlight our unwavering dedication to supporting ex-military personnel, recognising the value that serving personnel, both regular and reservists, veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

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