Job Introduction
British Transport Police are recruiting for Designated Detention Officers (DDO) X2 the role is permanent paying £27,338.69 plus £3,177.65 London Allowance plus 20% shift allowance and a £2000.00 Market Supplement based in London North Custody – Brewery Road.
BTP is the National Police Force for the rail network throughout Great Britain, including London Underground, across which we ensure the safety and security of nearly 3 billion passenger journeys and over 100 million tons of freight every year. The world in which we work is fast-paced, operationally and commercially demanding, and constantly changing.
As DDO, your duties will include:
- Managing the arrival of detainees, conduct risk assessments and open custody records, recording personal details and the reason/ circumstance of the arrest.
- Conducting prisoner searches, take prisoners fingerprints, photographs and DNA samples using reasonable force when necessary and appropriate.
- Conducting cell visits to ensure the safety of detainees, the ensure cells are clean and in good working order.
- Supervising detainee’s ablutions, exercise, telephone calls, visits and doctor examinations.
- Arranging and deliver appropriate meals and drink to the detainee’s taking into account dietary requirements.
- Providing first aid treatment when required.
- Presenting evidence in court and other hearings as required.
- Answering telephone calls and deal with enquiries.
- Promoting equality, diversity and human rights in working practices by developing positive working relationships, ensuring colleagues and detainees are treated with courtesy, respect and dignity.
Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.
The successful DDO will be required to evidence the following skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to accurately input information onto a computer database and the ability to carry out basic office administration using word processing and email software packages.
- The ability to remain calm and professional in confrontational situations.
- The ability to use an appropriate level of force to control detainees in accordance with training and guidelines.
- A demonstrable understanding of and commitment to delivering high levels of customer service.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation.
- Previous experience of working in a custody environment is desirable and/or demonstrable experience in similar secure settings.
If you are interested in applying to this DDO role then please do not delay as interviews will be held as soon as appropriate candidates are highlighted.
In return for your experience, we can offer you:
- £27,338.69 plus £3,177.65 London Allowance plus 20% shift allowance and a £2000.00 Market Supplement per annum
- Yearly base salary increments
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Family friendly policies including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave
- Bespoke benefits platform and access to Blue Light Card
- Employee assistance programme and dedicated wellbeing hub
- Pension scheme
BTP is an employer who cares about the impact we have on the environment and the wider challenges of climate change, and as such we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and achieving Net Zero Carbon (NZC) through offsetting by 2035.
Inclusion & Diversity and Positive Action
At BTP we are proud guardians of the railway, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, and our communities are represented and protected. We believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, enabling all our people to thrive.
Our roles are open to everyone, and appointments are made based on merit. To increase diversity, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those who are neurodiverse. Positive Action initiatives such as workshops and advice sessions are available to support candidates.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we offer guaranteed interviews to applicants with disabilities meeting the ‘essential criteria’ for the role. Our Recruitment Team is available to provide any necessary assistance during the application process.
Click the link for more information on Inclusion & Diversity work, Positive Action, or the Disability Confident Scheme, or please contact PART-Recruitment@btp.police.uk
If you have any questions about the application process, please email our friendly and helpful team where we will be happy to help you: RecruitmentTeam@btp.police.uk. If your question related to equality or diversity then you can also contact our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team directly at: PART-Recruitment@btp.police.uk To reassure you, anything you ask us will be in the strictest confidence and will not form part of your application.
In order to apply, you must have the permanent right to live and work in the UK and have been resident in the UK for the previous 5 years. You will need to be able to attain MV personnel assurance level, with Security Clearance (SC). You will be asked these and other questions to determine your eligibility to work for British Transport Police when you start your application and you must answer honestly.
BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme is administered by Royal London and this is a group personal pension plan which is available to all police staff. It’s a defined contribution scheme, offering employees the flexibility to vary their pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of their salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension-Queries@btp.police.uk .Please note if you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS your pension will not be affected.
