Prison Officer: Dynamic, Impactful Public Safety Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service pension

Cycle to work scheme

Travel loans

25 days holiday

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice is recruiting Prison Officers in the United Kingdom, offering a demanding and rewarding role that supports public safety and offender rehabilitation. You will work across shifts, engaging with prisoners to maintain order and provide assistance where needed.

Applicants are assessed on communication, integrity, and decision-making, with emphasis on care for inmates and professional conduct. A strong public-service mindset and resilience are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Commitment to delivering a quality service.
• Effective decision-making under pressure.
• Care and understanding in interactions with prisoners.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public by maintaining safety in prison environments.
• Work varying shifts and weekends as required.
• Build constructive, professional relationships with prisoners and colleagues.

Skills

communication

influencing

quality commitment

decision making

care and understanding

Job description

The Ministry of Justice is recruiting Prison Officers in the United Kingdom, offering a demanding and rewarding role that supports public safety and offender rehabilitation. You will work across shifts, engaging with prisoners to maintain order and provide assistance where needed.

Applicants are assessed on communication, integrity, and decision-making, with emphasis on care for inmates and professional conduct. A strong public-service mindset and resilience are essential.