Prisoner Escort & Custody Officer role requires transporting detainees safely and securely to courts, ensuring their physical and mental wellbeing, and providing care until release or return to custody.
As a Prisoner Escort & Custody Officer, you will work as part of a crew to provide safe and secure court transportation and custody services. You will collect detainees from prisons or police stations and transport them safely and securely to courts, ensuring their physical and mental wellbeing. Once you arrive at court, you will be responsible for every aspect of their care until it's time for them to return to custody or be released.
Key duties include accompanying defendants in court rooms and cells, searching property or people, ensuring food and drink is available, and completing paperwork and data entry for the day.
You will need to hold a current driver's license, C1 License (valid CPC card desirable) / D License (with valid CPC card & Tacho Graph desirable). You must be reasonably fit and have good written and verbal communications skills, using those skills to manage and control all situations.
Our roles would suit those who have a particular interest in criminology or psychology. You will work a variety of shifts, including early and late shifts, and may be required to work overtime. You will be part of a supportive team and culture where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference.
We offer a range of benefits, including a salary of £25,716 (40hrs pw), a generous driving allowance, pension, life insurance, and access to a range of discounts and exclusive deals. You will also have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including a 5 1/2-weeks training course.
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