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Prisoner Custody Officer

Employer
Undisclosed Company
Location
Warwickshire, Leamington Spa
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
21 Mar 2018

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Sector
Public Sector
Job Type
Permanent
Hours
Full-time
Job Title:
Prisoner Custody Officer
Band:
A
Main Purpose:
Provide a safe environment for the movement of prisoners within the vehicles ensuring their welfare is provided for


Needs to do:
*Carry out interior and exterior vehicle checks using vehicle check sheets, the Vehicle Operational Record and Vehicle Defect Report Forms
*Ensure vehicles have sufficient equipment to carry out tasks, e.g. food, water and handcuffs
*Responsible for Prisoners in their custody, ensuring they are identified correctly, searched and advised of their rights
*Liaise with Prison and police authorities to ensure correct documentation is completed
*Ensure risk assessments have been conducted for vulnerable or 'at risk' Prisoners before handling or transferring
*Management of Prisoner property
*Responsible for Prisoner meals and snacks
*Responsible for Prisoners while in transit, ensuring Comfort Stops are taken when necessary, and Prisoner checks are completed and recorded
*Manage and control incidents when they occur
*Perform Courthouse duties during 'down time'.
*Must read the Weekly Operations Update every week and all other communications from the Company to keep up to date with regular updates to Standard Operating Procedures and Working Practices.


Skills Required:

*The ability to work well under pressure and to tight time deadlines, as well as a flexible team player.
*Up to date knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and GEOAmey Policies.
*A positive and practical attitude.
*Good IT skills.
*Accuracy and attention to detail.
*Good communication skills, both written and oral.
*Proven multi-tasking experience in a fast paced environment.
*Flexible approach.


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