Mitie Care & Custody - Top 100 Employer 2019
Category: Job Finding
Publish date: 25/04/2019
Who are they?
Care & Custody are one of the leading providers of outsourced public services to the criminal justice system in the UK. They are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from tri–forces veterans, spouses and all those connected with the armed forces family.
What do they do?
A longstanding partner to the UK government, helping them manage immigration detention and healthcare services & facilities management in the prison estate. They also deliver forensic medical and detention services to police custody facilities throughout England and Wales.
Their partnerships with the Home Office, Ministry of Justice, NHS England and 14 Police Forces nationally, make them a leading provider of services to the UK criminal justice system…..And they're growing.
Why should you join them?
Their philosophy is all about delivering brilliant service to the people in their care and creating great training, development and career opportunities for the people they employ.
Their culture of ‘doing the right thing’, has built their reputation for fairness transparency, honesty and integrity. They believe the skills you’ve developed during your service, can be transferred and developed within their service, supporting you to create a brilliant career path within the custodial sector, built on dignity, integrity and respect.
What roles do they offer?
Detainee Custody Officers
Mitie have operational roles for Immigration Detainee Custody Officers within Heathrow Immigration Removal Centre, across 35 Base locations nationally for both fixed base & in- country escorting roles, and an Overseas DCO Team based at Gatwick delivering services in partnership with the Home Office.
Custody Officers
Teams deliverying Custody services into Police Stations in Cleveland and Cheshire.
Field Monitoring Officers
FMO’s work across Northern Ireland providing electronic monitoring on behalf of the NI MoJ.
Healthcare Professionals
400 +qualified RGN’s & Paramedics deliver forensic healthcare services to support 14 police forces and the MOJ across the UK
Facilities Management
Various FM roles including stores , plumbing and multi – skilled technicians are delivered into 3 London Prisons.
Support Roles
Dedicated Business Development, Finance, H&S, IT & HR teams support their 2,500 strong team members to be exceptional every day.
Read about Ross Thubron – Warrant Officer Class 1, Royal Corps of Signals now Contract Manager Mitie Care + Custody.
“I left the Army in May 2017 after almost 27 years of service and was employed by Mitie in Aug 2017 as the Integrated Contracts Manager for Cleveland Custody facility. On reflection I have to say even back at the interview stage I felt very welcomed by the team who really did create a fantastic first impression when I arrived for my interview. For me this was key because you simply do not get the second chance for that all important first impression. The interviewers conducted a very professional interview and really did set the ground rules, short and long term expectations and portrayed the company in the way you would expect.
After the interview , the Operations Director called me within 48 hours and I was offered the role which I accepted immediately. My gut feeling was this is a company I’d like to be part of. At this stage I was guided and supported every step by vetting and HR and once I commenced my role I was fully welcomed by all members of staff from day 1. I must give my Ops Director a lot of credit here for having the confidence and trust in me and offering me the role especially since I’d had no Police or Custody experience. Mitie have supported my transition at every stage and I have felt support is at hand whether it be the most simple question or a challenging matter.
For the first 6-12 months I still had a battle with myself adjusting to life outside of the military and often questioned my decision to leave, however, in time and once I settled into the role these feelings subsided and I now feel fully adjusted to life outside and confident in my role. It is so re-assuring to have such a supportive team around me. My work life balance is key and I seldom go home stressed about my work. I truly feel privileged to be part of such an outstanding team and long may this continue.“
Current Roles Available:
Overseas Service Delivery Manager - N267891 Overseas Detainee Custody Officer – N267879 Detainee Custody Officer Driver – N267881 Paramedics – Expression of Interest - N254541 RGN – Expression of Interest - N254537
If you are interested in joining a team where your dedication and commitment will be acknowledge, and your hard work well remunerated and your success celebrated, please contact [email protected] for their current available roles, or to request a place at their next Care + Custody insight day.