Prisoner Custody officer Role STAFFORDSHIRE COURTS

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`

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

Assessment Day - 12th July 2016