Prison Officer

The Ministry of Justice; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency focused on public safety is hiring prison officers in York and North Yorkshire. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team. Successful candidates will undergo training and have opportunities for career progression. A good salary and benefits including 25 days' holiday and various employee schemes are offered. This is a dynamic role with varied responsibilities, aiming to positively impact offenders’ lives.

Benefits

25 days' holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to build constructive and positive relationships with offenders.
• Commitment to support colleagues in a teamwork environment.
• Willingness to work various shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and facilitate positive changes in offenders' lives.
• Carry out various roles such as peacekeeper and counsellor.
• Engage with prisoners in a supportive manner.

Skills

Integrity

Good communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service.

An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you

Prison officer opportunities

HMP Full Sutton

£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 are 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 will find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into.

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 will have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. 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 will 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.

An extraordinary job

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

What you can expect from us

You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development – including the chance to specialise in different areas. There’s also 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 rewards aren’t all you’ll gain from a role in the prison service. There’s the sense of achievement you feel when you’ve helped an offender to get their life back on track – an experience you simply won’t find anywhere else.

How to apply

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