Detainee Custody Officer - Swinderby Vehicle Base
Salary £27,449 based on 40 hours per week.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for respectful, caring, and resilient individuals who:
* Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Maintain a calm, non-judgemental approach.
* Possess strong problem‑solving abilities.
* Stay composed under pressure.
What You’ll Be Doing
As an In‑Country Escorting DCO at the Vehicle Base, you will be responsible for:
* Escorting and transporting immigration residents within the UK.
* Driving a small minibus‑sized vehicle and ensuring safe transportation of those in your care.
* Maintaining high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect.
As an In‑Country Escorting DCO at the Short‑Term Holding Facility you will be responsible for:
* Providing care to immigration residents in a fixed location.
* Maintaining high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect.
The role requires flexibility; you will work a mix of day and night shifts for a 24/7, 365‑day operation.
No Experience? No Problem!
No prior experience or qualifications are required—full training and support will be provided. Experience handling challenging situations or working with people in distress is a plus.
Your journey begins with a 4‑week paid training course, including a control and restraint training course. Over the next 13 months, you will receive on‑the‑job mentoring and assessments, leading to an accredited Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.
Why Join Us?
* Work‑life balance with structured shifts and up to one year in advance scheduling.
* Career growth from a Level 3 Apprenticeship to potential leadership roles.
* Continuous personal development support.
* Free parking and uniform.
* Access to online GP services, share options, and a generous holiday allowance.
* Pension and life assurance.
* Reward and recognition scheme.
* Discounts on cinema, online shopping, leisure centre memberships, holidays, and health & wellbeing benefits.
* Blue Light discount card available to DCOs.
Essential Requirements
* UK Citizen, a Commonwealth Citizen with indefinite leave to remain (not through marriage), or an EEA Citizen.
* Valid UK passport.
* Lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years, with no single absence over 3 months.
* Pass an Enhanced DBS check, employer referencing (last 5 years), and Counter‑Terrorist Check vetting.
* Full UK manual driving licence with at least 12 months of experience.
* Fewer than 7 points on your licence and no driving bans in the last 12 months.
* Be over 21 years of age.
* Understood that you cannot be under the influence of any substance that impairs your ability to perform duties safely.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments where appropriate and in line with our obligations under the Equality Act 2010.
To ensure the highest standards of safety and compliance, a random drug and alcohol testing programme will be implemented. By applying, you acknowledge that participation in this testing is a condition of employment.
Important: If you do not have a valid UK passport and a full UK manual car driving licence, we cannot proceed with your application.
Application Process
* Interview and capability assessments.
* Full vetting screening.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and start your journey with us!
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