Eligibility, skills and experience
We are looking for the following skills to meet the role requirements:
Eligibility
If you're not from the UK, you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain.
If you’re from the UK you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesn’t apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.
To work for us you must:
- be 18 years or older
- any previous criminal convictions or cautions (including those spent), fixed penalty notices, traffic offences or any involvement with the police must be declared and they may affect your application
- have not been unsuccessful in an application for the same role with any force in the last six months
- you will be required to travel between suites, even at short notice. You will need to hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle at all times
Personal characteristics
Our detention officers will need to:
- work well under pressure whilst remaining calm and controlled
- handle situations with respect, empathy and understanding
- communicate and deal with vulnerable and confrontational people
- use own initiative while following procedures
- work as an individual and as part of a team
Essential skills required
- familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- you'll be expected to handle a range of administrative and physical tasks, so flexibility is important
- have a flexible 'can do' approach
- good spelling and grammar
- strong attention to detail
- ideally you should have an understanding of the
- previous custody experience is desirable, but not essential
- adaptable and effective communication skills