Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

Mitie Group plc.; Gorleston-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the United Kingdom seeks certified nurses or paramedics to deliver care in custody suites. Candidates must have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role. The position offers a salary of £41,000 annually, a £1,000 bonus after 12 months, and overtime opportunities. The role demands flexibility in shifts and the ability to work under pressure, ensuring quality care for detainees.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus upon completion of 12 months’ service

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Average estimated overtime of £3,500 per annum

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Must have a driving licence and the right to work in the UK.
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Provide high-quality care under pressure.
• Manage diverse clinical situations effectively.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Patient care experience

Education

RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration

Paramedic qualification

Job description

Job 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.

Key Responsibilities

You will 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. Your work will involve providing high‑quality care, working under pressure and managing diverse clinical situations effectively.

Requirements

• RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration: 2 years post‑qualification, Band 5 minimum
• Paramedic: 2 years post‑qualification
• Minimum of two years' post‑qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within a relevant clinical setting (e.g., A&E, General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Prison Healthcare, Ambulance Service)
• Must have a driving licence
• Right to work in the UK, lived in the UK with a British Passport or ILR for 3 years and no gaps out of country longer than 3 months
• All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting

Shift Patterns

Full time: 4 shifts on, 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: 2‑day shifts on, 8 days, 2 nights, 4 days off – 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and 18:45 to 07:00 for night shifts; rolling rota available 2 years in advance. Note: All employees must work full shifts and part‑time employees still need to cover some night shifts.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: £41,000 per year
• £1,000 bonus upon completion of 12 months’ service
• Average estimated overtime: £3,500 per annum
• NMC/HCPC registration paid