Ref:
75647
Location:
Leicester
Employment:
Full time
Closing Date:
15 June 2025

Custody Detention Officer (75647)

Since 1987, Mitie’s 68,000 employees, have been serving companies and communities across the world. We're the UK’s leading facilities management company. Our clients range from banks to retailers, hospitals to schools, and critical government sites. We make a positive difference to millions of people, every day, and we're very proud of this. Join us and together there's no limit to what we can achieve.

The next Training course for this role will be in September 2025

Are you interested in working within the criminal justice system? in a core role supporting the police?

Do you have the empathy to work with vulnerable people?

We are looking for people who want to make a difference working alongside the Police in custody suites, caring for detainees – From supporting them during the time spent in custody, completing forensic samples, working with other agencies to support and help with detainees' rehabilitation.

Previous experience working within the police/security/armed forces would be beneficial. but we will train you in full on an Initial Training Course even without previous experience.

You will be expected to use a computer and various programs competently during your working day.

The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area

What you can earn:

Salary of £27,518.40 on a 4-shift on (2 days, 2 nights) then 4-shift off pattern.

Rota's 2 years in advance so you can plan your life. (Averages 42 hours per week).

You refer a colleague who successfully join us? That is £150 each time!

What are the minimum requirements?

Previous Police/Security/forces experience would be beneficial

You will just need a reasonable level of spoken and written English and basic numeracy

Competent in IT and using a computer.

Full valid driving licence.

Must have RTW in UK, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months

All candidates are subject to police vetting checks - clean driving/criminal record is essential

A little more about the role…

The custody suites can be an energetic place to work, with no two shifts the same. Whilst detained, we provide individuals with all their physical, mental healthcare and wellbeing needs. As well has escorting detainees, making recorded observations as per their individual plan, you will work with colleagues and the Police to deal with any detainee's that is at risk of harming themselves.

You will be working in a small team alongside Police Officers: whilst also having the support of experienced Senior Custody Detention Officers to learn from.

Training 

Once you have passed our selection and vetting process, you will begin your Police Services career by completing a 3-week initial training course (ITC) Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm on FULL PAY. You will then have continued development.

Opportunities for growth:

We will support you every step of the way, developing your skills to professionally deliver this rewarding, sometimes challenging role with integrity and respect.  