Detention Custody Officer - Manchester VB

Detainee Custody Officer - Vehicle Base

Salary: £27,449 based on 40 hours per week.

Job Overview

This role involves serving as an In-Country Escorting Detention Custody Officer at a vehicle base, responsible for escorting and transporting immigration residents within the UK while upholding high security and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Escort and transport immigration residents within the UK.
• Drive a small minibus-sized vehicle and ensure safe transportation of those under your care.
• Maintain high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect.

The position requires flexibility, working a mix of day and night shifts, covering a 24/7, 365 day operation.

No prior experience or qualifications are needed. Full training and support will be provided. Experience handling challenging situations or working with people in distress is a plus.

The journey begins with a 4 week paid training course, followed by 13 months of on the job mentoring and assessments, leading to an accredited Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.

Benefits

• Work life balance - structured shifts, up to 1 year in advance for planning.
• Career growth - opportunities for leadership roles.
• Continued personal development support.
• Free parking and uniform.
• Paid 4 week training course.
• Access to online GP services, share options, generous holiday allowance.
• Pension and life assurance.
• Reward & Recognition scheme.
• Discounts: cinema, online shopping, leisure facilities, holidays, health & wellbeing (including Blue Light discount card).

Essential Requirements

• UK Citizen with indefinite leave to remain (not through marriage) or EEA Citizen.
• Valid UK passport.
• Lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years, with no single absence over 3 months.
• Pass an Enhanced DBS check, employer references (last 5 years), and Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) vetting.
• Full UK manual driving licence, at least 12 months experience.
• Fewer than 7 points on licence and no driving bans in the last 12 months.
• Over 21 years of age.

Important: If you do not have a valid UK passport and a full UK manual car driving licence, we cannot proceed with your application.

Application Process: Successful candidates will be invited to an assessment process which includes interview, capability assessments, and full vetting screening.