Job Overview
Are you interested in working within the criminal justice system? In a core role supporting the police? Do you have the empathy to work with vulnerable people? We are looking for people who want to make a difference working alongside the Police in custody suites, caring for detainees – From supporting them during the time spent in custody, completing forensic samples, working with other agencies to support and help with detainees' rehabilitation.
Earnings and Working Hours
* Salary of £13,917.49
* Part time – fixed shift working: 06:45 to 19:00 for day shifts and night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, working in a team rota pattern of 2‑day shifts on, 8 days, 2 nights, 4 days off. Rolling rota available 2 years in advance.
* These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer: whereas there may be opportunities for a part‑time or mutually agreed “Bank” contract, we require all employees to work full shifts, and part‑time employees still need to carry out some Night shifts.
* You refer a colleague who successfully join us? That is £150 each time!
Requirements
* Previous Police/Security/forces experience would be beneficial.
* Reasonable level of spoken and written English and basic numeracy.
* Competent in IT and using a computer.
* Full valid driving licence.
* Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months.
* All candidates are subject to police vetting checks – clean driving/criminal record is essential.
Role Responsibilities
The custody suites can be an energetic place to work, with no two shifts the same. Whilst detained, we provide individuals with all their physical, mental healthcare and wellbeing needs. As well as escorting detainees, making recorded observations as per their individual plan, you will work with colleagues and the Police to deal with any detainee that is a risk of harming themselves.
You will be working in a small team alongside Police Officers, whilst also having the support of experienced Senior Custody Detention Officers to learn from.
Training
Once you have passed our selection and vetting process, you will begin your Police Services career by completing a 3‑week initial training course (ITC) Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm on FULL PAY. You will then have continued development.
Opportunities for Growth
* Opportunities to progress to Senior Custody Detention Officer, where you will manage sizeable teams.
Benefits
We provide a virtual GP on hand and members of your household, financial wellbeing assistance, flexible lifestyle benefits platform, options for extra days’ holiday, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, technology product purchases, high street discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover up to four times your salary, enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan.
Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at .
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