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Job summary
Are you ready to take your healthcare career in an exciting new direction?
We are looking for skilled and compassionate Health Care Professionals (HCPs) to join our South Yorkshire police custody service, providing vital care to vulnerable individuals in a face paced and dynamic environment.
We provide Healthcare in the following custody suites in Barnsley S70 2DL, Doncaster DN1 3HX Shepcote S9 1TP therefore no two days will be the same this is a unique opportunity to support a range of custody services within South Yorkshire.
To join our team, you will need:
- A Professional Qualification (RN, RMN)/Paramedic with 3 years post qualifying experience.
- Current registration with the NMC/HCPC.
- Experience in areas such as A&E, primary care, mental health, substance misuse.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to make decision under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills, with a compassionate and non- judgmental approach.
Main duties of the job
As an HCP in police custody, you will provide high quality care to detainees, ensuring their health, safety and wellbeing while in custody. Working closely with police staff and other professionals, you will play a vital role in delivering clinical assessments and managing health risks.
Main duties will include:
- Conducting physical and mental health assessments for detainees.
- Administering medications and managing ongoing heath conditions.
- Delivering first aid and emergency care as needed.
- Supporting individuals experiencing mental crises/substance misuse withdrawal.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to confidentiality in line with policy and procedure.
- Liaising with multidisciplinary teams, including police staff and external heath services.
About us
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Details
- Date posted: 25 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: VPDB4383DD
- Job locations: Leeds Community Healthcare Trust, Leeds, S9 1TP, United Kingdom
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This advert is for Police Custody Nurse / Paramedic with Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust in Leeds, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Paramedic role. The advertised salary is £39,959 to £48,117 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Jul 2026.
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