Custody Detention Officer

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. Previous experience working within the police/security/armed forces would be beneficial, but we will train you in full on an Initial Training Course even without previous experience. You will be expected to use a computer and various programs competently during your working day. The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area.

Responsibilities

Working alongside the Police in custody suites; Caring for detainees; Supporting detainees during their time in custody; Completing forensic samples; Working with other agencies to support and help with detainees' rehabilitation; Escorting detainees; Making recorded observations as per individual care plan; Working with colleagues and Police to deal with detainees at risk of harming themselves; Working in a small team alongside Police Officers; Using a computer and various programs competently

Requirements

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 with British Passport or ILR for 3+ years and no gaps out of country more than 3 months; Subject to police vetting checks; Clean driving/criminal record essential; Flexibility to work in base Custody suite and across assigned region in Police Custody Suites and Force area; Empathy to work with vulnerable people

Nice to have

Previous experience working within the police/security/armed forces

Benefits

Virtual GP for you and members of your household; Financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance scheme; Access to 50% of earned pay before payday; Competitive loans via Salary Finance; Flexible lifestyle benefits platform Choices; Option to purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year; Critical illness insurance; Dental treatment option; Technology products at affordable cost; High street discounts through MiDeals; Cycle-to-work scheme; Life cover of up to four times salary; Enhanced pension contributions; Save-as-you-earn scheme; Mitie Matching Share Plan; Mitie Stars recognition with cash prizes; Training and development avenues; Pension; Life Assurance; Employee Shares Schemes; Salary Finance Options; Holiday; Referral bonus of £150 per successful colleague referral