Part Time Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking certified nurses or paramedics to deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites. The role involves working flexible part-time shifts, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of detainees while collaborating with the Police. Candidates must have at least two years of post-qualification experience and possess a driving license. Additional benefits include a fixed salary and bonuses, with paid NMC/HCPC registration.

Benefits

£500 bonus after 12 months

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Estimated overtime £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• 2 years post qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Registered nurse or paramedic with relevant UK qualifications.
• Driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in collaboration with the Police.
• Work flexible shifts across various custody suites.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of detainees.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical skills

Flexibility

Stress management

Education

RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration

Paramedic qualification

Job description

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.

Role Responsibilities

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.

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary £20,500 per year
• £500.00 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Part‑time – fixed shift working: 06:45 to 19:00 day shifts and 18:45 to 07:00 night shifts, two‑day shift on pattern of 2 days, 8 days, 2 nights, 4 days off. Rolling rota available 2 years in advance.
• These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer; part‑time employees still need to carry out some night shifts.
• Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum
• NMC/HCPC Registration paid

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

Additional Conditions

Applicants must have a minimum of two years' post‑qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within a relevant clinical setting. Suitable environments include Accident & Emergency (A&E), General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Prison Healthcare, or the Ambulance Service. This experience should demonstrate your ability to deliver high‑quality care, work under pressure, and manage diverse clinical situations effectively. You must have a Driving license.