Driver Prisoner Custody Officer

Crooton ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Certification

Pay Growth

25 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

Pension

Virtual GP

Healthcare Plan

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Birmingham is recruiting for a Prisoner Custody Officer/Driver to transport and supervise individuals across courts, police stations and prisons. 38 hours per week, full-time, in Birmingham, UK. The role requires a full UK driving licence and a readiness to complete MoJ Level 2 Vetting.

On-site posting with training and progression opportunities. The position offers fully funded certification, pay growth to £29,640 after one year, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a pension, and

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence
• No custody or security experience required—full paid training provided
• Basic physical fitness and willingness to complete MoJ Level 2 Vetting

Responsibilities

• Escort, supervise, and safely transport prisoners.
• Conduct welfare checks, risk assessments, and maintain records.
• Liaise with police, court, and prison staff.
• Perform routine safety checks on fleet vehicles.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communicator

Good judgement

High ethical standards

Job description

Birmingham, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/10/2026

• Industry Logistics, Procurement, Distribution & Supply Chain
• Salary £26676 - £29640 per year
• Date Opened 07/10/2026
• Job Type Full-time
• City Birmingham
• County West Midlands
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code M17 1RJ

Job Description

Location: Birmingham (B66 1BZ), West Midlands

Hours: Permanent | 38 hrs/week

Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence

The Role

Join our team transporting and supervising individuals in custody across courts, police stations, and prisons. You’ll play a critical role in keeping the justice system moving safely while treating everyone with dignity and respect.

• Escort, supervise, and safely transport prisoners.
  
• Conduct welfare checks, risk assessments, and maintain records.
  
• Liaise with police, court, and prison staff.
  
• Perform routine safety checks on fleet vehicles.
  

Who We’re Looking For

No custody or security experience needed— full paid training provided. We welcome backgrounds in customer service, care, retail, hospitality, logistics, or the armed forces.

• Calm, resilient, and clear communicator under pressure.
  
• Good judgement and high ethical standards.
  
• Basic physical fitness and willingness to complete MoJ Level 2 Vetting.
  

Key Benefits & Training - Prisoner Custody Officer - Driver, Birmingham (B66 1BZ)

• Fully Funded Certification: Includes Conflict Management, First Aid, Control & Restraint, and Mental Health Awareness.
  
• Pay Growth: Automatic rise to £29,640 after 1 year.
  
• Perks: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, 24/7 Virtual GP, Healthcare Cash Plan, and employee discounts.