Prison Officer

Ministry of Justice; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking a Prison Officer at HMP Woodhill. This role involves protecting the public and positively impacting offenders' lives. Candidates should possess integrity, empathy, and strong communication skills. Great training and progression opportunities are provided along with a competitive salary and benefits package. This position contributes significantly to helping offenders get their lives back on track.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday per year

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Skills and strength of character.
• Experience from diverse backgrounds is a plus.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and positively impact people’s lives.
• Work various shifts, including weekends.
• Build professional relationships with offenders.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Communication skills

Ability to cope with challenging situations

Job description

Overview

His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service.

An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.

HM Prison officer opportunities at HMP Woodhill.

Salary: £37,246 - £41,503.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Work various shifts and weekends as part of a fast-paced role.
• Carry out many different roles in any one day: peacekeeper, counsellor, or teacher.
• Work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact.
• Build constructive, positive, and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives.
• Support colleagues and work as part of a team to keep the prison, offenders, and staff safe.

What we’re looking for

• Integrity, skills, and strength of character.
• Empathy, self-confidence, and great communication skills.
• You may come from diverse backgrounds (e.g., parenting, teaching, retail, armed forces) and still fit well in this role.
• Ability to cope with challenging situations and commit to ongoing training and development.

What you can expect from us

• Great training and opportunities for progression and specialisation in different areas.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• 25 days’ holiday per year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme.
• A sense of achievement from helping offenders get their lives back on track.

How to apply

If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.