Custody Detention Officer

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Full time
Location: Guildford
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Job offered by: Sussex Police
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Category:
Division / Department - Forcewide Grade - Grade E Status - Full Time Contract Type - Permanent Salary Grade Range - £27,545 - £31,285 Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week Shift Allowance - Yes Politically Restricted - No Location - Forcewide The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time. The Role & Key Responsibilities

Surrey Police are seeking applicants for the position of Custody Detention Officer which is a civilian role within the custody suite. Custody detention officers perform an essential role in the smooth running of the custody suite, ensuring the safety and comfort of those persons who have been arrested, visitors and contractors who may be present. You will receive training in relevant aspects of the law, conflict management, food preparation, first aid as well as also being trained to take fingerprints and DNA samples. You need to be competent at using computers and will receive further IT training enabling you to enter data into our secure systems relevant to those arrested. These positions will appeal to applicants who are reliable, enthusiastic, and self-disciplined with good people skills and a cool head. You will be based at one of our Custody Centre's (Guildford, Staines or Salfords) but may occasionally be required to work elsewhere for which travelling costs will be met. Upon completion of training you will be responsible, as part of a well-drilled team, for all aspects of detainee care including security, supervising exercise, facilitating legal visits and providing food. You will work with custody medical teams for both physical and mental health and oversee other entitlements as required under legislation. Skills & Experience

In order to apply for this post you must have the following qualifications: GCSE C and above in Maths/Level 2 equivalent GCSE C and above in English/Level 2 equivalent Why Work With Us?

Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. career progression contributory pension scheme (LGPS) generous annual leave allowance discounts for everyday spend on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs generous and supportive parental leave financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support discounted contributory healthcare scheme Due to the sensitivity involved within the role a high level of integrity will be needed, therefore successful applicants will be subject to security vetting. You will be permanently based at one of the three custody suites (Staines, Guildford or Salfords), however, at times you will be required to travel to any of the custody suites in order to cover staff shortages. It is therefore essential that you hold a current and valid driving licence and have access to a personal vehicle. All successful applicants will need to undertake a written health assessment, and where appropriate, participate in a health interview and/or medical assessment as deemed necessary by the Occupational Health Department. Diversity Statement

We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities.

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