Prisoner Custody Officer- Grangemouth – crooton – Grangemouth

Court Prisoner Custody Officer

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can make a difference every day?

Do you demonstrate great communication skills by effectively listening and engaging with people?

Are you resilient in challenging situations and do you remain calm?

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking Court Prisoner Custody Officers to join our client’s Custody team.

Our client provides a vital public service through the safe and secure transportation and custody services for adults and young people across the UK. Our client operates on behalf the Ministry of Justice.

The role:

You will be responsible for the physical and mental well-being of those in your care, ensuring their health, safety and well-being is a priority. You will also liaise with Prison and Police authorities, you’ll ensure all documentation is completed and correct, carrying out risk assessments on vulnerable or at-risk prisoners. If successful, you will also be required to manage personal property and will be responsible for organising and supervising meals and drinks.

Key duties/responsibilities to include:

Carry out custodial duties within a court location

Maintain security and order in the courtroom and custody suite

Supervising and documenting prisoner movements within the court

Searching of individuals, cells and areas of the custody suites

What experience do I need?

No previous work experience is not essential. It’s more about you and what you can bring to this role. Our client will be looking for the right behaviours to care for and help people that you are responsible for whilst on shift.

Ask yourself these questions:

Can you work well in a team?

Do you have empathy and patience?

Are you a fantastic listener who can communicate effectively?

The team of Court Prisoner Custody Officers all have really different backgrounds but come together to build their own community. Our client is so very proud of their officer community and the job they do, providing a vital public service.

In return our client can offer you some excellent benefits…

Great pay with overtime available

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Company Pension

High Street Discounts

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Due to the type of work undertaken, all employees need to be vetted and checked prior to joining. But don’t worry, we have a team available to support you every step of the way. This role requires you to have and maintain a good level of fitness in order to carry out the role safely, without putting your own health, or those around you, at risk

If you feel you have the experience and/or transferable skills to be able to perform this vital role, making a real difference to people’s lives, please apply now!

Job title: Prisoner Custody Officers

Location: Nottingham

Contract and hours: Full Time – Permanent – 35 hours per week on a ‘5 over 6’ shift.

Salary: The starting salary for 1st year is £19,565 with an increase to £20,657 in 2nd year and £21, 840 in 3rd year of service. Overtime is available and paid after 35 hours.

Job Reference:CTNPO2390

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