As a certified nurse or paramedic, you can pursue a career within the criminal justice system, supporting 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. Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ post‑qualification experience in a patient‑facing role within a relevant clinical setting (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 and a valid NMC/HCPC registration (registration will be paid).
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Police, you will serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees and ensuring their safety with round‑the‑clock coverage. The role requires flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area.
Salary and Conditions
* Salary £41,000 per year
* £1,000 bonus after completing 12 months of service
* Full‑time fixed shift rota: 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
* Contractual agreement may include part‑time or “Bank” contract options, but all employees must work full shifts; part‑time employees will also cover some night shifts
* Average estimated overtime £3,500 per annum
* NMC/HCPC registration fee paid by the company
Benefits
In addition to core benefits you will have access to a virtual GP, a salary finance scheme that allows the purchase of a small portion of earned pay before payday, a flexible lifestyle benefits platform (Choices) where you can purchase extra holiday days, critical illness insurance, dental treatment coverage, technology products, high‑street discounts, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover of up to four times salary, enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan. Recognition is rewarded through Mitie Stars with monthly cash prizes and an annual top prize of £10,000.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Registered Nurse (RN), Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Midwife (RMN) with dual registration – minimum 2 years post‑qualification (Band 5 minimum)
* Paramedic – minimum 2 years post‑qualification
* Right to work in the UK (RTW); must have lived in the 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
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