Forensic Healthcare Professional

Phl Group; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full 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 Loa

Job summary

PHL Group is seeking a Forensic Healthcare Professional to work in the custody suite at Scarborough on a full-time basis. You will work alongside police officers to assess and treat individuals detained in Police Custody, with full training provided.

You must be a registered RGN or Paramedic. Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, identifying interventions, collecting forensic samples, and maintaining detailed records to support the health and welfare of detainees and the

Qualifications

• Must be a registered RGN or Paramedic.
• Clinical assessment and care in custody settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments in custody.
• Identify and implement appropriate interventions.
• Collect forensic samples and maintain detailed records.
• Provide guidance to Custody Officers on detainee health needs.

Skills

RGN

Paramedic

Job description

Forensic Healthcare Professional – Scarborough
Salary: £38,454 Plus weekend enhancements
Closing Date: 25-09-2026

PHL Group are looking for a Forensic Healthcare Professional working in custody suite covering the Scarborough site on a full-time basis. You will be working alongside police officers to assess and treat individuals detained in Police Custody. Full training will be provided.

PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE A REGISTERED RGN OR PARAMEDIC

Could you identify if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition? If they are uncooperative or lacking diabetes medication? If they are a substance misuser or suffering from a head injury? Our Forensic HCPS are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained persons, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system.

Main duties of the job You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying, and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. Providing advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keeping detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody.

We encourage you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite in order to see for yourself how varied and challenging this role can be.

• Effectively deliver the requirements of the forensic practitioner service following the Codes of Practice of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and locally agreed protocols.
• Keep accurate, complete and contemporaneous notes of work carried out, including the recording of injuries.
• Provide advice and support to Custody Officers in determining the health care needs of detainees and the priorities of care. Seek telephone advice and refer cases to the Consultant FME when required.
• Provide a professional, responsive and caring service to detained persons in the custody environment to support the Custody Sergeant and Officers in assessing the healthcare needs of detained persons and an effective care pathway throughout their time in custody.
• Determine an individuals fitness to be detained, fitness to be released, fitness to be interviewed and competence to understand charge.
• Assessment of alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal.
• 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. By applying for this job opportunity, you are agreeing for the data you provide to be used in line with our privacy policy.

Forensic Healthcare Professional • Scarborough, United Kingdom