Forensic Medical Services jobs

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual (full time and part time working hours available) to undertake the role of Forensic Healthcare Practitioner based at North Kent Police Station and county cover.

The successful applicant will be a registered General Nurse or Paramedic, holding a current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or equivalent with a minimum of three years post registration experience and a competency level equivalent to 'pay band 6’ in the Health Service.

They will also be assessed as competent to practice autonomously and able to work without supervision.

Essential requirements:

The role requires the collection of forensic samples which include venous blood, therefore a certificate in phlebotomy and cannulation is essential.

The post holder must be competent to issue medication in line with the Patient Group Directive and as part of this will have a sound working knowledge of drugs and their applications as well as the relevant legislation.

You will need to have good information gathering skills, problem solving and a high level of clinical decision-making skills to enable you to determine whether or not a person is fit to be detained or interviewed.

You must have excellent communication skills, combined with the ability to quickly build a rapport with individuals under sometimes difficult or confrontational circumstances, showing discretion, tact and diplomacy at all times. Good organising and time management skills, an eye for detail and the ability to effectively share knowledge and promote understanding of health issues are also vital to the role.

You will also need to be competent in the use of IT, particularly Microsoft Office products and email.

You must be able to maintain professional detachment and be comfortable working in a role where you are required to be supportive to the individual whilst working in an enforcement environment. This may mean you will be required to share information, within the appropriate bounds of confidentiality that may lead to action being taken against the individual in line with the force’s core business.

You will be required to attend the custody suites in a number of policing areas as well as other external sites such as hospitals and therefore be required to drive an unmarked or marked police vehicle, hence a full manual driving licence is essential.

Desirable experience:

A background in a specialism such as Emergency Department, or acute medical setting with an understanding of illicit drugs, mental health or other relevant discipline would also be desirable.

If you require any further information on the role, please contact Chrissie Farren on 07528 989365.

Advert closing date: 20 November 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £43,320.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person