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About the Role
We are looking for a Detainee Custody Officer to work at the Vehicle Base in Swinderby. Salary: £27,449 per year based on a 40‑hour week.
Responsibilities
- Escort and transport immigration residents within the UK.
- Drive a minibus‑sized vehicle and ensure safe transportation of residents.
- Maintain high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect.
- Provide care to immigration residents in a short‑term holding facility.
- Work flexible shifts, including day, night, 24/7, 365‑day operation.
- Participate in a random drug and alcohol testing programme and comply with safety‑critical requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
- UK, Commonwealth (indefinite leave to remain), or EEA citizen with a valid UK passport.
- Full UK manual driving licence, at least 12 months experience, fewer than 7 points, no bans in the last 12 months.
- Over 21 years of age.
- Enhanced DBS check, 5‑year reference, Counter‑Terrorist Check.
- Lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years with no single absence over 3 months.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, calm under pressure, and problem‑solving abilities.
- No prior experience or qualifications required; full training and support will be provided.
- Must not be under the influence of any substance that could impair safe performance; willing to undergo random drug and alcohol testing.
Benefits
- 4‑week fully paid training programme and 13‑month mentorship leading to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.
- Structured shifts planned up to one year in advance to support work‑life balance.
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership roles.
- Free parking and uniform.
- Access to online GP services and pension and life assurance.
- Reward and recognition scheme.
- Discounts on cinema, online shopping, leisure centre memberships, holidays, and health & wellbeing benefits.
- Eligibility for a Blue Light discount card.
Equal opportunities are offered to all applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to making reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
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Location: Morton
Job Description:
About the Role
We are looking for a Detainee Custody Officer to work at the Vehicle Base in Swinderby. Salary: £27,449 per year based on a 40‑hour week.
Responsibilities
- Escort and transport immigration residents within the UK.
- Drive a minibus‑sized vehicle and ensure safe transportation of residents.
- Maintain high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect.
- Provide care to immigration residents in a short‑term holding facility.
- Work flexible shifts, including day, night, 24/7, 365‑day operation.
- Participate in a random drug and alcohol testing programme and comply with safety‑critical requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
- UK, Commonwealth (indefinite leave to remain), or EEA citizen with a valid UK passport.
- Full UK manual driving licence, at least 12 months experience, fewer than 7 points, no bans in the last 12 months.
- Over 21 years of age.
- Enhanced DBS check, 5‑year reference, Counter‑Terrorist Check.
- Lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years with no single absence over 3 months.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, calm under pressure, and problem‑solving abilities.
- No prior experience or qualifications required; full training and support will be provided.
- Must not be under the influence of any substance that could impair safe performance; willing to undergo random drug and alcohol testing.
Benefits
- 4‑week fully paid training programme and 13‑month mentorship leading to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.
- Structured shifts planned up to one year in advance to support work‑life balance.
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership roles.
- Free parking and uniform.
- Access to online GP services and pension and life assurance.
- Reward and recognition scheme.
- Discounts on cinema, online shopping, leisure centre memberships, holidays, and health & wellbeing benefits.
- Eligibility for a Blue Light discount card.
Equal opportunities are offered to all applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to making reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
#J-18808-Ljbffr…
Posted: May 17th, 2026