Description
About the Role
Deliver compassionate, independent healthcare to detained persons across police custody settings. A fast-paced, rewarding role where your clinical judgement directly shapes individual welfare and public safety.
Job Purpose
Provide holistic, timely assessment and care — including fitness for detention/interview/court, physical/mental health, substance misuse/withdrawal, minor injuries, forensic sampling, medicines support, safeguarding and onward referral.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess and deliver safe clinical care to detainees; escalate risks promptly
* Advise on fitness to detain, interview, charge/release and court attendance
* Complete holistic assessments: physical, mental health, substance misuse, vulnerability & safeguarding
* Deliver treatment, medicines support, forensic sampling and referrals within scope
* Advise police/custody staff on care needs, risk and welfare arrangements
* Maintain accurate, real-time clinical/forensic records on approved systems
* Engage in training, supervision, CPD and service improvement
What We Offer
* Competitive rates & flexible contracts
* Full induction + ongoing specialist training
* Clinical supervision + CPD support
* Supportive leadership team
* Meaningful impact on vulnerable people
