Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - FT - Maidenhead - Custody

Mountain Healthcare Limited; England; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forensic healthcare provider in Maidenhead is seeking a Forensic Nurse or Paramedic to join their team. This role involves conducting clinical assessments, managing emergencies, and collaborating with police and NHS services. Candidates must have three years of experience and relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, reflecting the organization's commitment to care and community support.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Accredited forensic training

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration.
• Minimum three years post qualification experience.
• Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points.
• Right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to application.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview.
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide health advice.
• Collect and preserve forensic samples in line with legal and professional standards.
• Liaise with police officers, NHS services, mental health teams and other agencies.
• Attend court when required to give impartial professional evidence.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Decision making skills

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic

Job description

Forensic Nurse or Paramedic - FT - Maidenhead - Custody

Posted 21 November 2025

Salary: £43,797.60 a year

Contract: Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time | Reference number: oc-1763655783-C2MQQ | Job location: Maidenhead, SL6 8LP

Job Summary

This is an exciting alternative career path for Registered General Nurses and Paramedics with three or more years post qualification experience who want something different from the usual clinical setting. Join Mountain Healthcare, one of the UK’s leading providers of forensic healthcare and sexual assault referral services. We work in partnership with the police, NHS and other agencies to deliver exceptional care to the most vulnerable people in our communities. Our teams are known for their professionalism, compassion and commitment to our core values of Being Kind and Doing the Right Thing.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention or interview
• Manage medical emergencies, treat injuries and provide health advice
• Collect and preserve forensic samples in line with legal and professional standards
• Liaise with police officers, NHS services, mental health teams and other agencies
• Maintain accurate clinical and evidential records
• Attend court when required to give impartial professional evidence
• 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 provided
• Supportive values‑driven team culture
• Opportunities to progress within one of the UK’s most respected forensic healthcare providers

About Us

Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient‑centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK. A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice. Driven by our values of Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, we provide holistic and trauma‑informed care that improves the immediate and long‑term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system. Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first.

Person Specification Essential Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration
• Minimum three years post qualification experience
• Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points
• Right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to application
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Strong communication and decision making skills
• Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year

Experience

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration
• Minimum three years post qualification experience
• Full UK driving licence with less than 6 points
• Right to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to application
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Strong communication and decision making skills
• Willingness to complete accredited forensic training within the first year

We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Maidenhead, SL6 8LP

Website: https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/