Job requirements
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What we're looking for:
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Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
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At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting, such as frontline ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care.
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Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills, with confidence working autonomously.
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A calm, professional and compassionate approach with vulnerable people, including those who may be distressed, intoxicated or experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
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Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
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Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
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Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years' UK residency prior to application.
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Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment.
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Working pattern and location
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A min of one shift per month. We operate a 24 x 7 shifts or 06:45-19:00 and 18:45 -07:00, all shifts include paid breaks
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The main place of work will be Guildford Custody Suite.
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What we offer:
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A joining bonus of up to £1500 FTE pro rata (for example - £750 paid after probation period and £750 paid after a year in the role)
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Recommend a friend £500
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NMC HCPC registration paid
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Access to company pension scheme
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Overtime at enhanced rates
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A supportive, values driven culture where professionalism and compassion are genuinely recognised
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A unique clinical environment where no two shifts are the same
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Exposure to specialist forensic skills including evidential documentation and forensic sampling
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Opportunities to progress within one of the UK's most respected forensic healthcare providers
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Accredited forensic training and structured development.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
Ready for a career that's truly different? Mountain Healthcare's one of the UK's leading providers of forensic healthcare, delivering specialist care within police custody and the wider criminal justice system. Guided by our values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing, we support some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.
Main duties of the job
As a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional, you will work autonomously within police custody suites, assessing and caring for detainees with a wide range of physical health, mental health, substance misuse and vulnerability-related needs. This is a specialist clinical role where no two shifts are the same. You will assess fitness for detention, interview, charge and release; respond to acute medical episodes; provide healthcare advice; support safeguarding decisions; and work closely with custody teams, police officers and partner agencies. You will also be trained to carry out forensic and evidential duties, including collecting and preserving forensic samples, documenting injuries and maintaining accurate clinical and evidential records that meet legal and professional standards. Key responsibilities Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge and release, including capacity assessments. Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide healthcare advice in a fast-paced custody environment. Support detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency and complex vulnerabilities. Collect, preserve and document forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards. Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation. Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS services and other agencies to support safe onward care. Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.
Details
- Date posted: 16 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £19 to £21 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: oc-1792148295-0SPPZ
- Job locations: Guildford, GU1 4QS, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
About the Role Ready for a career that's truly different? Mountain Healthcare's one of the UK's leading providers of forensic healthcare, delivering specialist care within police custody and the wider criminal justice system. Guided by our values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing, we support some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. We are seeking Registered Nurses and Paramedics to join us as Forensic Custody Healthcare Professionals. This is an opportunity to step beyond traditional healthcare settings into a rewarding role offering autonomy, variety & professional challenge. Working alongside police and criminal justice partners, you'll assess, treat & support detainees, using your clinical expertise to safeguard welfare and influence important decisions. No two shifts are the same. You could be managing acute healthcare needs one moment and supporting a vulnerable person in crisis the next. Your clinical judgement, compassion and professionalism will make a real difference every day. No forensic or custody experience is required. We provide accredited training, support & a structured development programme to help you succeed in this specialist field. Are you a Registered Nurse or Paramedic with at least 3 years' post-registration experience in an acute or urgent care setting and are looking for a role with purpose, independence and impact? We would love to hear from you. Join Mountain Healthcare and build a career where your skills and decisions truly matter. This is a unique opportunity to develop specialist skills in forensic healthcare, safeguarding, emergency care and criminal justice healthcare, while making a real difference to vulnerable people. Apply today and take your clinical career beyond the traditional ward or ambulance setting. #CustodyNurse #ForensicNurse #PoliceCustodyNurse #RGNJobs #RegisteredNurseJobs #ParamedicJobs #HCPCJobs #NMCJobs #EmergencyNurse #AENurse #ClinicalAssessor #ForensicHealthcare #CustodyHealthcare #HealthcareJobs #NursingJobs #ParamedicCareer #CriminalJusticeHealthcare #UrgentCareJobs #AcuteCareNurse #HealthcareProfessional #EmergencyCarePractitioner #MentalHealthJobs #SafeguardingJobs #IndeedJobs #HiringNow #MountainHealthcare Job Opportunity As a Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional, you will work autonomously within police custody suites, assessing and caring for detainees with a wide range of physical health, mental health, substance misuse and vulnerability-related needs. This is a specialist clinical role where no two shifts are the same. You will assess fitness for detention, interview, charge and release; respond to acute medical episodes; provide healthcare advice; support safeguarding decisions; and work closely with custody teams, police officers and partner agencies. You will also be trained to carry out forensic and evidential duties, including collecting and preserving forensic samples, documenting injuries and maintaining accurate clinical and evidential records that meet legal and professional standards. Key responsibilities
Conduct clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge and release, including capacity assessments.
Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide healthcare advice in a fast-paced custody environment.
Support detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency and complex vulnerabilities.
Collect, preserve and document forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards.
Produce accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
Liaise with police, custody teams, NHS services and other agencies to support safe onward care.
Attend hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
Prepare professional statements and attend court as an impartial healthcare witness when required.
Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration, or Paramedic with current HCPC registration.
At least three years' post-qualification experience in an acute or relevant setting, such as frontline ambulance, A&E, prison, custody or urgent care.
Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills, with confidence working autonomously.
A calm, professional and compassionate approach with vulnerable people, including those who may be distressed, intoxicated or experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
Full UK driving licence with fewer than six penalty points.
Ability to complete enhanced DBS clearance and police vetting.
Full right to work in the UK and a minimum of three years' UK residency prior to application.
Willingness to complete externally accredited forensic training within the first year of employment.
A min of one shift per month. We operate a 24 x 7 shifts or 06:45-19:00 and 18:45 -07:00, all shifts include paid breaks
The main place of work will be Guildford Custody Suite.
A joining bonus of up to £1500 FTE pro rata (for example - £750 paid after probation period and £750 paid after a year in the role)
Recommend a friend £500
NMC HCPC registration paid
Access to company pension scheme
Overtime at enhanced rates
A supportive, values driven culture where professionalism and compassion are genuinely recognised
A unique clinical environment where no two shifts are the same
Exposure to specialist forensic skills including evidential documentation and forensic sampling
Opportunities to progress within one of the UK's most respected forensic healthcare providers
Accredited forensic training and structured development.
Enhanced sickness pay scheme
Enhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's service
Enhanced Neonatal/Adoption Pay after 1 year's service
Well-being programme
Advanced rota planning for better work-life balance
6 weeks annual leave
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Apprenticeships
Employee Assistant Programme
Long Service/Team of the Month Awards
A range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclasses
Funding for higher education courses after one years' service
£3000 estimated average overtime pay
Contribution to relocation expenses should they wish to move T&C's apply
£1500 pro rata sign-on bonus
£500 referral bonus
£120 NMC registration fees per year
£98.12 HCPC registration Fees per year
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