Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the United Kingdom is looking for certified nurses or paramedics to deliver healthcare within the criminal justice system. The role requires a minimum of two years' experience in a patient-facing role and a full driving license. Successful candidates will work in custody suites, offering care to detainees while ensuring their well-being. Flexible shifts of 4 on and 4 off allow for a structured work-life balance, with a competitive salary and bonuses for completed service.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus after 12 months service

NMC/HCPC Registration paid

Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• NMC/HCPC Registration required.
• Driving license mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Work flexibly across the assigned region in Police Custody Suites.
• Provide exemplary care in collaboration with the Police.

Skills

High-quality care delivery

Working under pressure

Diverse clinical situation management

Education

Registered Nurse (RN), Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Mental Nurse (RMN)

Paramedic qualification

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 licence.

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.

• Salary £41,000 per year
• £1,000 bonus when completed 12 months service
• Full time – fixed shift working in a team rota 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
• These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer; part‑time or bank contracts may be available but full shifts are required, and part‑time employees may 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, live in UK with a British passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting