Prison Officer

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Pebworth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in the UK seeks an Entry-level Prison Officer to protect the public and positively impact lives. You will build professional relationships with offenders, work as part of a team to maintain security, and adapt to various roles throughout your shifts. The position offers extensive training, a competitive salary of £33,746 - £38,003, and additional benefits like 25 days of holiday. Ideal candidates are empathetic and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Integrity, empathy, self-confidence and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments and adapt to changing situations.
• Experience from diverse backgrounds (e.g., parenting, teaching, retail, armed forces) welcomed.

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 part of a team to maintain safety and security within the prison.
• Work various shifts and weekends as required.
• Carry out multiple roles in a day (peacekeeper, counsellor, teacher) as needed.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Self-confidence

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison Officer opportunities at HMP Long Lartin. Salary: £33,746 - £38,003. Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career.

There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. You’ll build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork is vital, so you’ll be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends.

In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact.

You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas. There’s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days’ holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren’t all you’ll gain from a role in the prison service; there’s a sense of achievement when you’ve helped an offender to get their life back on track.

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

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 part of a team to maintain safety and security within the prison.
• Work various shifts and weekends as required.
• Carry out multiple roles in a day (peacekeeper, counsellor, teacher) as needed.

Qualifications / What we look for

• Integrity, empathy, self-confidence and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in challenging environments and adapt to changing situations.
• Experience from diverse backgrounds (e.g., parenting, teaching, retail, armed forces) welcomed.

What you can expect from us

• Excellent training and opportunities for progression and development, including specialisation options.
• Competitive salary and benefits: 25 days’ holiday, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work, and more.

How to apply

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

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Government Administration