Impactful Prison Officer: Protect, Mentor, Grow

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Ashill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Wayland is seeking prison officers. You’ll protect the public and support rehabilitation, working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

You’ll receive extensive training, opportunities for progression, and a range of employee benefits. The role requires integrity, empathy, and the ability to build constructive relationships with inmates while maintaining safety and teamwork across shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Have integrity, strength of character and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate empathy and confidence in handling diverse situations.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and build constructive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help offenders, contributing to positive outcomes.
• Work directly with prisoners in a high-security environment.
• Build constructive, professional relationships with staff and offenders to maintain safety.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Wayland is seeking prison officers. You’ll protect the public and support rehabilitation, working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

You’ll receive extensive training, opportunities for progression, and a range of employee benefits. The role requires integrity, empathy, and the ability to build constructive relationships with inmates while maintaining safety and teamwork across shifts including weekends.