Police Custody Nurse or Paramedic

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Great Yarmouth seeks certified nurses or paramedics to deliver healthcare in custody suites as part of a dedicated team. The role requires a minimum of two years of post-qualification experience in a relevant clinical setting and a driving license. Candidates will be part of a flexible shift system ensuring comprehensive care for detainees around the clock. This is a full-time or part-time position with competitive salary and additional benefits, including a bonus after one year of service.

Benefits

£1,000 bonus after 12 months service

NMC/HCPC registration paid

Average estimated overtime £3,500

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role.
• Experience in A&E, General Practice, Prison Healthcare, or Ambulance Service.
• Driving license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare to detainees in custody suites.
• Ensure safety and well-being of detainees.
• Work across assigned regions in Police Custody Suites.

Skills

Patient care

Ability to work under pressure

Clinical assessment

Education

RN, RGN or RMN with dual registration

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 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