Prison Officer

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Wouldham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking an entry-level Prison Officer for HMP Swaleside in the United Kingdom. The role involves protecting the public and building positive relationships with offenders. Candidates should possess empathy, communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Full-time employment offers great training opportunities for career progression, 25 days' holiday, and various employee perks, including childcare vouchers and retail discounts.

Benefits

Great training opportunities

25 days’ holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Integrity and strength of character required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork commitment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build constructive relationships with offenders.
• Support colleagues in a teamwork-focused environment.
• Work various shifts and weekends.

Skills

Empathy

Self-confidence

Great communication skills

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison Officer opportunities HMP Swaleside £37,246 - £41,503

Overview

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. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into.

Qualifications

Someone like you: 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. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self‑confidence and great communication skills we expect.

Responsibilities

No matter the challenge, you’ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of 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.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Great training and opportunities for progression and development – including the chance to specialise in different areas.
• A good salary.
• 25 days’ holiday allowance each year.
• Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• The sense of achievement you feel when you’ve helped an offender get their life back on track.

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