Operational Prison Support

Manpower; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading team in the justice system as an Operational Support in Preston. You'll play a crucial role in security operations, managing entry checks, escorting prisoners, and overseeing visitor processes, all while working flexible hours. This position offers competitive pay, training, and development opportunities, making a significant impact on community safety.

Benefits

Competitive pay with overtime options

20 days annual leave + public holidays

Access to training and career development

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage entry/exit and searches at the gate.
• Escort contractors, vehicles, and prisoners.
• Process visitors and oversee mail censorship.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Teamworking

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

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Shift Pattern: 39 hours per week. This role requires working regular unsocial hours. Unsocial hours are those hours outside 0700 - 1900hrs Monday to Friday and include working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays.

Ready for a rewarding role in the justice system? We're hiring Operational Support to join our team in Preston, contribute to vital security operations including gate duties, visitor checks, prisoner escorts, CCTV monitoring, and more.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage entry/exit and searches at the gate
• Escort contractors, vehicles, and prisoners
• 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.

Ready to apply?

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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