Detention Custody Officer - Gatwick VB

Detainee Custody Officer - Gatwick Vehicle Base Join Us and Make a Difference

Vehicle base DCO: Salary £31,080.00 based on 40 hours per week

As a Detention Custody Officer, you will be responsible for the safety, welfare, and security of detained immigration residents in every aspect, ensuring compliance with immigration procedures and maintaining a professional and respectful environment while upholding all legal and operational standards

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for respectful, caring, and resilient individuals to join our team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm and non-judgemental approach
• Great problem-solving abilities
• The ability to stay composed under pressure,

Then this could be the perfect role for you!

What You'll Be Doing

As an In-Country Escorting DCO at the Vehicle Base, you'll be responsible for:

• Escorting and transporting immigration residents within the UK
• Driving a small minibus-sized vehicle and ensuring the safe transportation of those in your care
• Maintaining high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect

As an In-Country Escorting DCO at Gatwick VB DCO based you'll be responsible for:

• Providing care to immigration residents in a fixed location
• Maintaining high security and safety standards while treating residents with dignity and respect

This role requires flexibility, as you will work a mix of day and night shifts, covering a 24/7, 365-day operation.

No Experience? No Problem!

No prior experience or qualifications are needed-full training and support will be provided. If you have experience handling challenging situations or working with people in distress, it would be a plus.

Your journey begins with a 4-week paid training course, including a control and restraint training course. Over the next 13 months, you'll receive on-the-job mentoring and assessments, leading to an accredited Level 3 Apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.

Why Join Us?

Work-life balance - structured shifts for stability, up to 1 year in advance so you can plan your goals and travel.

Career growth - start with a Level 3 Apprenticeship, with opportunities for leadership roles

Continued personal developmentwithfull support given to enhance your career.

Free parking and uniform

Training: 4-week fully paid training course

A great selection of benefits incl. Access to on-line GP services, share options and a generous holiday allowance.

Pension and Life assurance

Reward & Recognition scheme.

Discounts which include cinema, online shopping discounts, leisure centre memberships, holidays, and Health & Wellbeing Benefits. AND as a DCO, you can apply for a Blue Light discount card.

Essential Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be a UK Citizen, a Commonwealth Citizen with indefinite leave to remain (not through marriage), or an EEA Citizen
• Hold a valid UK passport (expired visas in out-of-date passports cannot be accepted)
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years, with no single absence over 3 months
• Pass an Enhanced DBS check, employer referencing (last 5 years), and Counter-Terrorist Check (CTC) vetting
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence (at least 12 months of experience)
• Have fewer than 7 points on your licence and no driving bans in the last 12 months
• Be 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
• Full vetting screening