Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie; Dafen; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks certified nurses or paramedics to provide healthcare in custody suites. Candidates must have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a clinical setting, possess a valid driving license, and be capable of working under pressure. The role involves collaboration with Police to ensure safety and well-being of detainees. A competitive salary of £41,000 per year, along with a £1,000 bonus is offered for completing 12 months of service.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus for 12 months service

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Estimated overtime of £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in patient-facing role.
• Experience in relevant environments like A&E, General Practice, or Prison Healthcare.
• Driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Provide round-the-clock coverage in line with client schedules.

Skills

Patient care delivery

Ability to work under pressure

Effective clinical situation management

Education

Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience

NMC/HCPC registration

Job description

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.

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.

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 & Work Schedule

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1,000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Full time: fixed shift 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 pattern – 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and 18:45 to 07:00 for night shifts, 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

Requirements

• RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration): 2 years post‑qualification – Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic 2 years post qualification
• Must have a Driving license
• RTW in UK, lived in UK with a British Passport or ILR for 3 years and no gaps out of the country longer than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting