Forensic Custody Nurse / Paramedic

Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional

Registered General Nurse or Paramedic

Barrow / Kendal

Salary: £41,933 (£19.20phr) - 42 hours per week
Full-time and part-time opportunities available

We are recruiting experienced Registered General Nurses and Paramedics to provide specialist healthcare within police custody settings.

This is a rewarding opportunity to move beyond the traditional ward or ambulance environment and develop a career in forensic healthcare. No previous custody experience is required, as full accredited training will be provided.

You will work autonomously, assessing and caring for detainees with physical health, mental health, substance misuse and safeguarding needs. No two shifts are the same, and your clinical decisions will directly support detainee welfare and the wider criminal justice process.

Key responsibilities

• Assess fitness for detention, interview, charge and release.
• Manage medical emergencies and treat injuries.
• Support detainees with mental health, substance misuse and complex vulnerabilities.
• Complete capacity and safeguarding assessments.
• Collect forensic samples and document injuries.
• Produce accurate clinical and evidential records.
• Liaise with police, NHS services and other partner agencies.
• Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
• Prepare professional statements and attend court when required.

What we offer

• Joining bonus of up to £1,500 FTE pro rata.
• £500 Recommend a Friend scheme.
• NMC or HCPC registration fees paid.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced overtime rates.
• Accredited forensic training and structured development.
• Supportive, values-driven working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Specialist experience in forensic healthcare, safeguarding and emergency care.

Essential requirements

• Current NMC registration as a Registered General Nurse or HCPC registration as a Paramedic.
• At least three years’ experience in an acute clinical setting.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Minimum three years’ UK residency prior to application.
• Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and decision-making skills.
• Confidence working independently in a fast-paced environment.

A willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year is desirable.

This post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and police vetting.

Apply today to develop specialist forensic skills while making a meaningful difference to vulnerable people.