Mountain Healthcare Ltd, which provides forensic healthcare in police custody, is recruiting registered general nurses and paramedics for the Maidenhead Custody Suite. Post-holders assess detainees for fitness to be detained, interviewed or charged, treat acute medical episodes and give healthcare advice. The role is full or part time, with varied shifts and accredited forensic training provided, so no custody background is needed. Candidates need current NMC or HCPC registration and at least three years' acute experience.
What the job involves
- Assess fitness for detention, interview, charge and release, including capacity assessments
- Assess and care for detainees with physical health, mental health, substance misuse and vulnerability needs
- Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and give healthcare advice in a fast-paced setting
- Support safeguarding decisions and detainee welfare
- Collect and document forensic samples to evidential and legal standards
- Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation
- Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS and other services to arrange onward care
- Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act
- Prepare professional statements and attend court as an impartial healthcare witness
- Work autonomously within police custody suites
What’s required
Qualifications
- Current NMC registration as a registered general nurse, or current HCPC registration as a paramedic
Experience
- At least three years' experience in an acute setting
Skills & knowledge
- Strong assessment, communication and decision‑making skills
- Confidence working autonomously
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points
- Enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting
- Right to work in the UK and at least three years' UK residency before application
Nice to have
- Willingness to complete externally accredited training
What’s offered
- Joining bonus of up to £1,500 pro rata, paid in two parts after probation and after a year
- £500 for recommending a friend
- NMC or HCPC registration fees paid
- Company pension scheme
- Overtime at enhanced rates
- Accredited forensic training and structured development
- Access to accredited and CPD courses, including the Forensic Practitioner Gateway
- Opportunities to progress within the organisation
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
