Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - FT-Aylesbury- Custody

Mountain Healthcare Limited; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forensic healthcare provider in Aylesbury seeks a qualified forensic nurse or paramedic to join their Custody Healthcare team. The role involves delivering high-quality care to detainees and managing a variety of health needs in a forensic setting. Ideal candidates will have at least three years' post-qualification experience and the ability to complete accredited forensic training. Full-time and part-time options available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Accredited forensic training and CPD

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of post-qualification experience required.
• Current NMC or HCPC registration is essential.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six points.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to detainees in police custody.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Manage medical emergencies and treat injuries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic

Job description

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic – FT (Aylesbury, Custody)

Apply to join Mountain Healthcare as a forensic nurse or paramedic in our Custody Healthcare team.

About the Role

This role offers a unique career path for Registered General Nurses and Paramedics with at least three years of post‑qualification experience, wanting to work in a forensic setting. You will deliver high‑quality, trauma‑informed care to detainees in police custody and support police investigations by collecting forensic samples.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality care to detainees in police custody.
• Manage a range of health needs, including drug and alcohol dependency and acute medical episodes.
• Collect and preserve forensic evidence following legal and professional standards.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview.
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and give health advice.
• Liaise with police, NHS services, mental‑health teams and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical and evidential records.
• Attend court to give impartial professional evidence when required.
• Undertake accredited forensic training and continuous professional development.

Why Join Us

• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• Full‑time and part‑time positions available.
• Accredited forensic training and CPD provided.
• Supportive, values‑driven team culture.
• Opportunities for progression within a leading forensic healthcare provider.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration.
• Minimum three years of post‑qualification experience.
• Full UK driving licence with fewer than six points.
• Right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for at least three years before applying.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Strong communication and decision‑making skills.
• Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year.

About Mountain Healthcare

Founded by clinicians, Mountain Healthcare is the UK’s leading provider of forensic healthcare and sexual assault referral services. We partner with the police, NHS and other agencies to deliver compassionate, trauma‑informed care and uphold our values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing. Our services include Sexual Assault Referral Centres, Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mountain Healthcare promotes equality, diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality or other personal circumstances.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Health Care Provider.