Care & Custody - A Mitie Company

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic (Police Services)

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Job summary

Did you know as a Nurse or Paramedic you can work within the Criminal Justice System supporting some of societies most vulnerable.

We are looking for Registered (Adult) Nurses / RGNs, or Paramedics with 2 years post qualification experience, with a real passion for developing clinical, forensic and wider skills.

Youll be working alongside the Police in custody suites caring for detainees.

What can I expect to earn?

A base salary of £37,740 on a 4-shift on (2 days, 2 nights) then 4-shift off pattern, scheduled for 2 years ahead so you can plan your life. (Averages 42 hours per week).

  • On top of this, you get a £1,000 completion bonus when you successfully complete 12 months of service. (Pro-rata for part-time staff)

Main duties of the job

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 gather any forensic samples needed by the police to aid their investigations. Making careful records on our computerised systems, youll be assessing whether people are fit to be detained or released, administering medications when needed, and working with local Liaison and Diversion teams to address root cause issues that can actually prevent future crime.

About us

Mitie Care & Custody isthe market-leader in outsourced Police services in the UK. Our philosophy is all about delivering the Exceptional Every Day to the people in our care whilst providing you great training, development, and career opportunities.

What other benefits are there?

  • As well as Private medical care, a Scottish Widows Pension including Life Assurance, youll qualify for a Blue Light card and associated shopping and leisure discounts. And if that is not enough, there is also the Mitie MiDeals: anotherdiscount scheme with over 3,000 offers available from your favourite retailers, leisure and utilities companies!

  • We have a Virtual GP service to get ahead on appointments, and Employee Assistance Programme for any financial, relationship or mental health issues

  • The Mitie Choices programme provides the opportunity to purchase extra Holiday Entitlement, Dental Insurance, Health cash plans, critical illness cover, and discounted gym membership as well as a Cycle to work scheme

  • Own a piece of Mitie with a Save-as-Earn (SAYE) or Share Incentive Plan: A free share for every pair

  • You refer a colleague who successfully join us? Thats £250 each time!

Details

Date posted

17 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,740 a year £18,870 for Part Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0059-23-0012

Job locations

Sussex Police

Northgate Avenue

Crawley

West Sussex

RH10 8BF


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full job description please see attached document.

For any further enquiries please contact the recruitment partner

This job may close early if the right candidate is hired

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full job description please see attached document.

For any further enquiries please contact the recruitment partner

This job may close early if the right candidate is hired

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Youll be a qualifiedRN Adult, RMNs(with dual registration),RGNs or Paramedics
  • Minimum of 2 years post qualification experiencein a patient-facing rolewithin a relevant field (General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare, Mental Health, or Ambulance Service)as an Adult RN orRegisteredParamedic
  • 3 years UK residency
  • Youll need a current manual driving license with no restrictions to sometimes travel to other custody suites or local hospitals
  • All candidates are subject to police vetting checks
  • We welcome applications from a wide diversity of different backgrounds so our teams reflect the society we service.
  • Its been a very challenging time in recent years for you: this could be the change you need!
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Youll be a qualifiedRN Adult, RMNs(with dual registration),RGNs or Paramedics
  • Minimum of 2 years post qualification experiencein a patient-facing rolewithin a relevant field (General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Walk in Centres, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare, Mental Health, or Ambulance Service)as an Adult RN orRegisteredParamedic
  • 3 years UK residency
  • Youll need a current manual driving license with no restrictions to sometimes travel to other custody suites or local hospitals
  • All candidates are subject to police vetting checks
  • We welcome applications from a wide diversity of different backgrounds so our teams reflect the society we service.
  • Its been a very challenging time in recent years for you: this could be the change you need!

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Care & Custody - A Mitie Company

Address

Sussex Police

Northgate Avenue

Crawley

West Sussex

RH10 8BF


Employer's website

https://www.mitie.com (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Care & Custody - A Mitie Company

Address

Sussex Police

Northgate Avenue

Crawley

West Sussex

RH10 8BF


Employer's website

https://www.mitie.com (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Partner - Health and Justice

sara sanders

PoliceServices@mitie.com

07385511453

Details

Date posted

17 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,740 a year £18,870 for Part Time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0059-23-0012

Job locations

Sussex Police

Northgate Avenue

Crawley

West Sussex

RH10 8BF


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