Detention Custody Officer/International Immigration Removals

Detention Custody Officer – International Immigration Removals

Operating as a DCO within the Gatwick team, you will escort immigration returnees within the UK and fly them internationally to their country of origin, with other transportation modes used occasionally. You are responsible for maintaining high safety and security standards for those being removed from the UK, while promoting welfare and decency.

Responsibilities

• Escort immigration returnees within the UK and internationally.

• Maintain high standards of safety and security for those being removed.

• Promote the welfare and decency of returnees.

• Work in teams, support colleagues and deliver exceptional service to returnees.

• Support personal growth and development through training and mentoring.

Requirements & Qualifications

• You hold a British passport.
• You hold a full UK manual driving licence, held for at least 12 months.
• You are over the age of 21.
• If you have points, it must be 6 or fewer on your licence.
• You have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years and have not spent any single period of more than 3 consecutive months outside the UK during this time.
• You possess strong English and maths skills equivalent to GCSE level and can produce clear written reports for official authorities.
• You are physically fit and able to meet demands that may involve sustained physical activity.
• You are willing and able to receive Yellow Fever vaccination, a mandatory requirement for travel to certain countries.

Compensation & Benefits

• Basic Salary £35,975
• 37.5 hours per week on a shift pattern of 10 days on and 4 days off, 365 days a year.
• Free parking
• Charter uniform provided
• 225 hours annual leave allowance
• Employer pension scheme
• Employee benefits and discount schemes
• Life assurance up to four times your salary

Training & Development

After selection and vetting, you will complete a paid 4‑week initial training course, followed by a residential programme on safe and lawful restraints and use of force. Continued development and mentoring over the next 12 months will lead to a Level 3 apprenticeship in Detention and Custody.

Employer Information

Mitie is the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company with 80,000 employees worldwide.

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