About the Role
PHL Group has been selected as the police custody healthcare provider for South Yorkshire and Humberside, with the service going live in January 2027. We are looking for additional Bank Forensic Healthcare Professionals to join our team ahead of the launch and support the delivery of this important service.

Working alongside police officers, you will assess and treat individuals detained in police custody, helping to ensure their healthcare needs are met while supporting the recovery of forensic evidence and contributing to reducing re-offending.

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 and gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system.

You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. You will provide advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keep detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody.

Location
We have bank positions available across the following custody suites, offering opportunities to work flexibly across Humberside Police and South Yorkshire Police locations:
Humberside Police:

• Clough Road Custody, Kingston upon Hull – Serving Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire as the primary North Bank custody suite.
• Birchin Way Custody, Grimsby – Serving North Lincolnshire and Northeast Lincolnshire as the primary South Bank custody suite.
• Priory Road Custody, Priory Headquarters – Operating as a resilience and contingency suite.

South Yorkshire Police:

• Churchfield Custody Suite, Barnsley – Serving the town of Barnsley.
• College Road Custody Suite, Doncaster – Serving the city of Doncaster.
• Shepcote Lane Custody Suite, Sheffield – Serving the city of Sheffield and the town of Rotherham.

Working Hours
This is a 24-hour service operating 365 days a year.
The role includes working both day and night shifts between 07:00–19:00 and 19:00–07:00.
Working hours and shift availability may vary depending on service requirements.

Key Responsibilities
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. Ensure all activities are logged using the systems in use
• 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 individual’s 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 you:
Essential Criteria:

• Registered Nurse or paramedic with minimum of 3 years’ service.
• Full membership of the NMC or HCPC, RGN/RMN dual trained
• Must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle for business use
• 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.

Why Join Us?
At PHL Group, we pride ourselves on being Truly Caring, Team First, and Pioneering Innovation. You’ll join a forward-thinking organisation that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation, and empowers its leaders to make a real difference.

Applications
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If your application is successful, you can expect to hear from us within 2 weeks of submission.
Please note that this advert will remain open until the position is filled. Interviews will be held throughout the advertising period, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Benefits

• NHS Discount - Blue Light Card. Staff are eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers a range of official discounts

PHL Group has been awarded the Defence Employers Recognition Scheme Silver Award and Veteran Aware accreditation, supporting ex-military personnel and the Armed Forces community.