Posted: 29 Mar 2017

Prisoner Custody Officer - Dorchester Vehicle Base

Ref: 1607

Job Description

We treat people in our care fairly and decently without discrimination, with respect for their dignity, and with understanding and compassion.

At GEOAmey we offer full training including first aid, mental health, and control and restraint.

A career with GEOAmey offers many benefits, these include:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme and life assurance
Discount vouchers
Childcare vouchers
No two days are the same at GEOAmey. It’s an exciting place to be.

We are looking for individuals to join our team in delivering an outstanding service by ensuring the safe and secure movement of people in our custody; within our vehicles and courts across England and Wales, whilst working efficiently to meet deadlines.

Responsible for the safe and secure movement of people in our custody; including out of prison, on our vehicles and at court
Ensure the welfare of people in our custody, this includes
- Conducting risk assessments for vulnerable or ‘at risk’ people
- Managing their meals and snacks
- Ensuring comfort stops are taken when necessary whilst in transit

Securely escorting people in custody whilst in court including to the dock, on legal visits and during comfort breaks
Ensuring all ‘prisoner checks’ are completed and recorded
Managing incidents if they occur including potential use of physical force to control and restrain when required

Our PCOs are also responsible for:

Liaising with third party agencies including the police and prison services to ensure correct documentation is completed
Maintaining our company vehicles by carrying out interior and exterior vehicle checks and ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
Ensuring vehicles have sufficient equipment to carry out tasks
Maintaining own knowledge through regular review of business updates and operating procedures

Skills Required

Please note that this role is subject to pre-employment screening

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