Prison Officer

Hmp Isle Of Wight; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A correctional facility in the UK seeks a Prison Support Role to aid in daily operations, including security duties, managing deliveries, and supervising visitors. Candidates must hold a valid UK Driving Licence and possess strong communication skills. No formal qualifications are necessary, but a keen and honest team-player attitude is essential. The position offers benefits such as annual leave, a Civil Service pension scheme, and apprenticeship opportunities.

Benefits

25 annual leave days, increasing to 30 after 10 years

Paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service

Generous Civil Service pension scheme

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Full, valid UK Driving Licence is required.
• No formal qualifications required for the role.
• Must handle varied work combining desk tasks with physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily security and gate searches.
• Manage deliveries and escort vehicles across the prison.
• Supervise visitors and monitor phone calls and CCTV.
• Perform driving duties within the prison.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Team player attitude

Job description

Overview

Prison Support Role (Operational Support Grade) at HMP Isle of Wight. Your key part is supporting the day‑to‑day running of a busy prison, handling security duties, managing deliveries and supervising visitors while monitoring phone calls and CCTV. Driving duties are essential for this OSG role and candidates must hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily security and gate searches.
• Manage deliveries and escort vehicles across the prison grounds.
• Supervise visitors and monitor phone calls and CCTV.
• Perform occasional driving duties within the prison.

Qualifications

• Full, valid UK Driving Licence.
• Good communicator with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Capacity for varied and active work combining desk duties with physical tasks such as lifting and walking.
• No formal qualifications required – a keen, honest, team‑player attitude is essential.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 25 days on appointment, increasing to 30 days after 10 years’ service (pro‑rata).
• Bank, public and privilege holidays.
• Paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service.
• Generous Civil Service pension scheme.
• Season ticket loans, retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Application

Apply now to start a fast‑paced career that could lead into other prison roles, including the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme. Available shifts include weekend and night duties to keep the prison running smoothly and safely.