Operational Prison Support

Vrieservice; Borough of Swale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise du système judiciaire recherche un conducteur de grade d'assistance opérationnelle. Ce poste consiste à transporter des prisonniers en toute sécurité tout en assurant l'entretien et la sécurité des véhicules. Vous bénéficierez d'un taux de rémunération compétitif avec des opportunités d'heures supplémentaires, ainsi que d'une formation continue et des opportunités de développement de carrière.

Benefits

20 jours de congés annuels + jours fériés

Accès à la formation et au développement de carrière

Options de temps supplémentaire

Qualifications

• Permis de conduire valide requis (catégorie D1)
• Capacité à suivre les protocoles de sécurité
• Expérience souhaitée dans la gestion de véhicules et le transport.

Responsibilities

• Transporter les prisonniers et assurer la sécurité pendant le transport.
• Effectuer des inspections hebdomadaires et quotidiennes des véhicules.
• Gérer l'entrée/sortie et assurer la surveillance au portail.

Skills

Good IT skills

Communication

Teamworking

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

Operational Support Grade Driver

Location: Swaleside (Sheppey Cluster)

Shift pattern: Full time, Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Pay rate: £12.48 Per Hour, with overtime rate available

Valid Driving Licence which must include D1 vehicle category

The job holder will navigate journeys; drive official vehicles transporting prisoners and their escorts to and from the establishment. They will also complete deliveries and collection of items. They will also be flexibly deployed to provide a range of other support service activities within operational areas of an establishment when required.

Main Responsibilities

• Transport prisoners and their escorts to their destination in the cellular vehicle, including Category A Prisoner escorts accompanied by Police.
• Complete weekly and daily vehicle inspection, including any equipment held on board; clean, fill with fuel and take to garage when required.
• Complete driving log and vehicle defect logs.
• follow set procedures for doors and locks on cellular vehicles and will hold relevant keys.
• Plan routes, including any overnight stays/safe havens and maintain awareness of the call sign for the police radio.
• Stay with the vehicle whilst escorts take prisoner to location.
• Maintain the security of the vehicle at all times, including during overnight stops.
• Search destination before prisoner is released from the cellular vehicle.
• Understand, apply and conform to national and local policies.
• Undertake weekly and daily vehicle inspections including any equipment held on board, taking remedial action where required.
• Transport goods as required including the delivery of recycled goods to recycle outlets.
• Complete all deliveries and collections of items including loading and unloading as per contract.
  
  

Undertake Other Support Services Tasks Including

• Manage entry/exit and searches at the gate
• Escort contractors, vehicles, and prisoners
• Monitor CCTV, report suspicious activity
• Process visitors and oversee mail censorship
• Assist with prisoner processing and food delivery
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with overtime options
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays
• Access to training and career development
  
  

Skills & Requirements

• Good IT skills and a UK driving licence (location-dependent)
• Strong communication and teamworking abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and follow security protocols
  
  

Important: A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

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If you're looking for a fulfilling role in the justice system, apply today and take the next step in your career.

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