Forensic Healthcare Professional
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Partnering Health Ltd Forensic Healthcare Professional
The closing date is 30 November 2026
Job summary
Could you identify if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition? If they are uncooperative or lacking diabetes medication? If they are a substance misuser or suffering from a head injury? Our Forensic HCPS are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained persons, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system.
Main duties of the job
You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying, and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. Providing advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keeping detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody. We encourage you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite in order to see for yourself how varied and challenging this role can be. Forensic Healthcare Professional Skills and Experience: Effectively deliver the requirements of the forensic practitioner service following the Codes of Practice of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and locally agreed protocols. Keep accurate, complete and contemporaneous notes of work carried out, including the recording of injuries. Provide advice and support to Custody Officers in determining the health care needs of detainees and the priorities of care. Seek telephone advice and refer cases to the Consultant FME when required. Provide a professional, responsive and caring service to detained persons in the custody environment to support the Custody Sergeant and Officers in assessing the healthcare needs of detained persons and an effective care pathway throughout their time in custody. Determine an individuals fitness to be detained, fitness to be released, fitness to be interviewed and competence to understand charge. Assessment of alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal.
About us
Why Join Us? PHL Group was founded in 2009 by a team of experienced General Practitioners and commercial partners, driven by a clear vision to deliver high-quality healthcare services that positively impact local communities. Led by an experienced team of clinicians and healthcare leaders with extensive expertise across urgent and primary care settings, PHL Group operates a wide range of services across the UK and internationally, including Integrated Urgent Care, GP Practices, Custody Healthcare, ADHD services, Home Visiting, and Wait Time Support. Supported by a well-established organisational infrastructure, robust clinical governance, and industry-leading professionals, PHL Group is committed to enabling people to remain well and receive the best possible health and social care through innovation, quality, and compassion. At the heart of everything we do are our core values Truly Care, Team First, and Pioneering Innovationmaking PHL Group a forward-thinking organisation where people are empowered to make a real difference.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£38,454 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
JOB0969
Job locations
Northway, Scarborough, North Yorkshire,
Scarborough
YO12 7AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Could you identify if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition? If they are uncooperative or lacking diabetes medication? If they are a substance misuser or suffering from a head injury? Our Forensic HCPS are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained persons, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system. Main duties of the job You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying, and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. Providing advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keeping detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody. We encourage you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite in order to see for yourself how varied and challenging this role can be. Forensic Healthcare Professional Skills and Experience:
Job responsibilities
Could you identify if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition? If they are uncooperative or lacking diabetes medication? If they are a substance misuser or suffering from a head injury? Our Forensic HCPS are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained persons, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system. Main duties of the job You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying, and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. Providing advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keeping detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody. We encourage you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite in order to see for yourself how varied and challenging this role can be. Forensic Healthcare Professional Skills and Experience:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or paramedic with minimum of 3 years service. Full membership of the NMC or HCPC
Experience
Essential
- Competent in oral and written English.
- Have been continuously resident in the UK for at least 3 years.
- Right to Work in the UK Ability to be cleared through the Police Vetting system: Level 2 NPPV clearance.
- A DBS check is required for this post.
- PHL will undertake an initial check at the appropriate level on appointment.
- Must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle for business use
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or paramedic with minimum of 3 years service. Full membership of the NMC or HCPC
Experience
Essential
- Competent in oral and written English.
- Have been continuously resident in the UK for at least 3 years.
- Right to Work in the UK Ability to be cleared through the Police Vetting system: Level 2 NPPV clearance.
- A DBS check is required for this post.
- PHL will undertake an initial check at the appropriate level on appointment.
- Must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle for business use
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Partnering Health Ltd
Address
Northway, Scarborough, North Yorkshire,
Scarborough
YO12 7AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.phlgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Partnering Health Ltd
Address
Northway, Scarborough, North Yorkshire,
Scarborough
YO12 7AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.phlgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Partner
Roxanne Allison
03333210942
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£38,454 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
JOB0969
Job locations
Northway, Scarborough, North Yorkshire,
Scarborough
YO12 7AD
United Kingdom
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