Forensic Custody Nurse or Paramedic
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Job summary
Did you know as a nurse or paramedic you can have a career within the criminal justice system helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?
Do you want to make a difference in a specialised healthcare setting?
We require Registered (Adult) Nurses / RGNs, or Paramedics with 2 years' post qualification experience, who want to deliver gold standard care and be a proud part of a team who has this vision.
with a real passion for developing clinical, forensic and wider skills.
Could you work in a niche and sometimes challenging environment? You'll be working alongside Northumbria Police in custody suites caring for detainees.
You must have the flexibly work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area.
What can I expect to earn?
A base salary of £36,720 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 FT (£500 PT) completion bonus when you successfully complete 12 months of service.
Main duties of the job
What does the role involve?
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, you'll 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.
Mitie Care & Custody is the 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.
About us
As well as Private medical care, a Scottish Widows Pension including Life Assurance, you'll 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.
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? That's £250 each time!
Ongoing professional development, accredited by Teesside University
Forensic Licentiate for career progression: A Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine (FFLM) qualification, as well as a wealth of other online learning courses
Opportunities to progress to Senior Healthcare Professional, and further
Details
Date posted
25 August 2023
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£367,200 a year 18360 for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
E0059-north1
Job locations
Northumbria Police
Etal Lane
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE5 4AW
Employer details
Employer name
Care & Custody - A Mitie Company
Address
Northumbria Police
Etal Lane
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE5 4AW
Employer's website
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