Prison Officer: Civil Service Role with Pension & Benefits

Ministry of Justice; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service pension

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday entitlement

Travel loans

Job summary

Ministry of Justice is recruiting a prison officer in Manchester. The role operates on a 39-hour week with a starting salary of £36,816, with alternatives at 37 or 41 hours per week and corresponding annual salaries.

The post includes civil service benefits, visa considerations, and merit-based progression through an online assessment centre. Applicants must meet Civil Service nationality requirements, pass medical and fitness tests, and satisfy eyesight and hearing standards.

Qualifications

• Must meet Civil Service nationality requirements
• Pass medical and fitness assessments
• Meet eyesight and hearing standards

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of roles in a single day as a prison officer
• Ensure safety and quality of service in custody settings
• participate in assessment processes via the OAC and merit-based selection

Job description

Ministry of Justice is recruiting a prison officer in Manchester. The role operates on a 39-hour week with a starting salary of £36,816, with alternatives at 37 or 41 hours per week and corresponding annual salaries.

The post includes civil service benefits, visa considerations, and merit-based progression through an online assessment centre. Applicants must meet Civil Service nationality requirements, pass medical and fitness tests, and satisfy eyesight and hearing standards.