WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK Home Office rules, as it does not meet the required salary or skill level criteria. While we encourage applications to other roles, candidates who already have a valid Right To Work in the UK through other immigration routes or permissions must meet the below minimum eligibility criteria:

• Have at least two years remaining on your current visa to ensure sufficient time in the role
• Have lived in the UK for at least three years

For general Right To Work guidance, please visit the UK Home Office website.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office. You’ll be required to complete Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) vetting and an Enhanced DBS check with Adult and Child Barred List clearances. This process requires at least five years of checkable history.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

No two days are the same in this varied and rewarding role. As a DCO, you’ll be the first point of contact for detainees, helping to ensure a respectful, calm, and supportive arrival process. You’ll play a vital part in their journey — supporting access to healthcare, welfare, faith and cultural services, education, and recreational activities. Compassionate communication is key, as you’ll build professional, supportive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds — treating every person with dignity and respect.
You may face challenges, but you’ll never face them alone. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing mentorship, and a strong team culture, so you’ll feel confident and equipped to handle whatever the day brings.

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK Home Office rules, as it does not meet the required salary or skill level criteria. While we encourage applications to other roles, candidates who already have a valid Right To Work in the UK through other immigration routes or permissions must meet the below minimum eligibility criteria:

• Have at least two years remaining on your current visa to ensure sufficient time in the role
• Have lived in the UK for at least three year