Night Custody Officer (NCO)


Job description

To be accountable for the security and safe custody of all prisoners during night duty periods..

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that all areas at location, both within the accommodation and around the perimeter, are patrolled at frequent but irregular intervals throughout time of duty.
  • Ensuring that any requests from prisoners are forwarded to the Night Manager immediately for appropriate action.
  • Regularly reviewing prisoners who are subject to a Prisoner at Risk (SPAR) form and following any instruction contained therein and to record observations as necessary.
  • Identify prisoners showing signs of distress or under the influence of illicit substances and take appropriate action in the situation including unlocking prisoners in the event of an emergency.
  • Participating in cell relocation, using Control & Restraint (C&R) techniques if necessary.
  • Applying fire, evacuation and night sanitation procedures, including the proper use of cell keys as required.
  • Adherence to Governors Orders and Special Instructions as they apply to area of operation including the maintenance of the Night Guard Journal.
  • Promotes the aims and values of the NIPS.
  • Treat prisoners humanely, taking account of their human rights and dignity within the framework of Human Rights and Equality legislation.
  • Ensuring that all prisoners are observed at frequent regular intervals during time of duty.
  • Supporting prisoners as required and ensuring that any irregularities or unusual occurrences are reported immediately to the Night Manager.
  • Escorting prisoners outside the establishments as required during night duty.
  • Completion of Progressive Regimes Earned Privileges reports on adverse prisoner behaviour and attitude during night duty.
  • Undertake full Emergency Control Room duties as required.
  • Receiving and signing for night guard equipment and where necessary for keys
  • Carrying out all necessary head counts, identifying each prisoner on commencing duty, prior to terminating duty and at any other times as laid down in Governors Orders or on the instruction of the Night Manager.
  • Ensuring that the recording clock system is pegged at his/her location on commencing duty, at the end of duty and at intervals of not more than 60 minutes throughout the night.
  • Maintaining constant radio contact with Emergency Control Room throughout time of duty.
  • Operation of official computer equipment for work purposes.
  • Remaining on duty until properly relieved and a handover is complete before going off post.
  • Implementing the prison disciplinary process as appropriate including attendance at adjudications during daytime hours.
  • Giving evidence at court and at other hearings.
  • The above list is not exhaustive but gives a good indication of the main duties of the post. The emphasis on particular duties will vary over time according to business needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • No qualifications required.
  • The assessment for this competition will comprise of several stages as outlined below:
  • 1. Online Application Form;
  • 2. Formal Screening of Applications;
  • 3. Online Assessment;
  • 4. Interview; and
  • 5. Merit List.

Further Information

NICS Application form only, vacancy closing date is Friday 8th July 2022 at 12pm. The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications from Roman Catholics, women, young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are particularly welcomed for this post. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Work time to be confirmed.

Application Information

Visit the recruitment service website www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote reference number: IRC281117)

Vacancy ID
1555152
Job ref.
IRC281117
Job Sector
Public Sector
Area
All of Northern Ireland
Location
Maghaberry Prison, Magilligan Prison and Hydebank Wood College and Female Prison.
Salary
£24,211 to £27,359 per annum - under review
No. vacancies
10
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
44
Published date
20/06/2022
Closing date
08/07/2022
Worktime
To be confirmed.

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