Prison Officer - HMP Elmley

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

Job summary

A governmental organization in the United Kingdom seeks individuals for Prison Officer opportunities. In this entry-level position, you will protect the public and help offenders while working in a dynamic and challenging environment. The role offers a salary range of £37,246 - £41,503 along with comprehensive training, 25 days of holiday, and various employee benefits. Those from diverse backgrounds with strong communication skills are encouraged to apply. Your work will be critical in making a positive impact and supporting rehabilitation efforts.

Benefits

25 days' holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have integrity and strength of character.
• Experience in roles that require empathy and communication.
• Willingness to work various shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and positively impact people's lives.
• Build positive relationships with offenders.
• Support colleagues and maintain safety in the prison.

Skills

Integrity

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Self-confidence

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service

Prison Officer opportunities

HMP Elmley

£37,246 - £41,503

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.

Someone like you – 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. 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.

In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll 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 a good salary to look forward to, as well as 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 – the kind of experience you simply won’t find anywhere else.

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