Prison Officer: Build a Purposeful Security Career

Ministry of Justice; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is seeking a Prison Officer for HMP Stocken. The role involves various responsibilities assessed during the recruitment process, with a starting salary of £37,875 for a 39-hour week. Candidates must meet certain health and residency requirements. Benefits include 25 days annual holiday and a Civil Service pension. Opportunities for advancement may be available depending on performance in assessments.

Benefits

25 days’ annual holiday

Paid time off for public holidays

Civil Service pension with employer contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Travel loans

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at commencement of employment.
• Must meet Civil Service Nationality requirements.
• Must pass a medical and fitness assessment.
• Must meet required eyesight standard in both eyes.
• Must meet a suitable standard of hearing and safety.
• Tattoos must not be offensive or intimidating; facial tattoos generally not acceptable.
• Must have resided in the UK for the last 3 years for high security roles.

Responsibilities

• Assessed during recruitment process on key skills.
• Communication, quality service management, decision-making, and care will be evaluated.

Skills

Communicating and influencing

Managing a quality service

Making effective decisions

Caring

Job description

A government department in the UK is seeking a Prison Officer for HMP Stocken. The role involves various responsibilities assessed during the recruitment process, with a starting salary of £37,875 for a 39-hour week. Candidates must meet certain health and residency requirements. Benefits include 25 days annual holiday and a Civil Service pension. Opportunities for advancement may be available depending on performance in assessments.