Prison Officer

HM Prison and Probation Service; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in the UK is seeking a Prison Officer for HMP Full Sutton. This role involves ensuring the safety of the prison environment and supporting offenders in their rehabilitation journey. The ideal candidate should possess integrity, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts including weekends. In return, you will receive comprehensive training, opportunities for career progression, and various employee benefits including 25 days holiday and retail discounts.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Integrity, skills, and strength of character.
• Ability to build constructive relationships.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Keep the prison, offenders, and staff safe.
• Build professional relationships with offenders.
• Carry out various roles throughout the day.

Job description

Prison Officer – HMP Full Sutton

HM Prison and Probation Service

Job description

Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people's lives. If you have integrity, skills, and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast‑paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same, and as you gain experience you’ll find opportunities to grow and develop.

• Keep the prison, offenders, and everyone who works here safe by acting as one team and supporting colleagues.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders, even when they are at the lowest point in their lives.
• Carry out a variety of roles throughout the day – from peacekeeper to counsellor or teacher.
• Work various shifts, including weekends.

What you can expect from us

You’ll receive great training, opportunities for progression and development, and the chance to specialise in different areas. You will earn a good salary and enjoy 25 days’ holiday per year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work scheme. You will also experience the sense of achievement that comes from helping an offender to get their life back on track.

How to apply

Apply now.