Police Custody Roles

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

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