Impactful Prison Officer: Protect, Mentor, Grow

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday allowance each year

childcare vouchers

season ticket loans

retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is recruiting prison officers for HMP Wayland. This fast-paced role protects the public and supports offenders, with varied duties and a direct impact on lives.

You’ll receive thorough training, clear progression paths, and working across shifts and weekends. A career in this service offers purpose, teamwork, and opportunities to grow within a respected public sector environment.

Qualifications

• Integrity, skills and strength of character required.
• Ability to work varied shifts and weekends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Work as one team to keep the prison, offenders and staff safe.
• You will be required to work various shifts and weekends.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is recruiting prison officers for HMP Wayland. This fast-paced role protects the public and supports offenders, with varied duties and a direct impact on lives.

You’ll receive thorough training, clear progression paths, and working across shifts and weekends. A career in this service offers purpose, teamwork, and opportunities to grow within a respected public sector environment.