Prison Officer - HMP Guys Marsh

HM Prison and Probation Service; Long Cross; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety agency is seeking a Prison Officer to join their team in Long Cross. The role involves protecting the public and positively influencing offenders. Ideal candidates will have empathy, self-confidence, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include working directly with prisoners and supporting the safety of the prison environment. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season-ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must build constructive, positive, and professional relationships with offenders.
• Able to work diverse shifts and weekends as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience in a diverse range of roles including peacekeeper and teacher.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of roles, including peacekeeper, counselor, and teacher.
• Work directly with prisoners, protecting the public and influencing offenders positively.
• Support the overall safety and security of the prison.

Skills

Empathy

Self-confidence

Strong communication skills

Job description

Prison Officer – HMP Guys Marsh

Location: Semley, United Kingdom

Salary: £33,746 – £38,003 per year

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Agency: His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service

About this role

Prison officers protect the public and help make a positive impact on people's lives.

As a fast‑paced role, no two days or situations are ever the same. As you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into a specialist or senior role.

Who we’re looking for

There is no single “typical” prison officer. Our people come from a variety of backgrounds – parents, teachers, retail workers, armed forces veterans – all of whom bring empathy, self‑confidence and strong communication skills.

You must be able to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders at the lowest point in their lives.

You will need to work diverse shifts and weekends, and you will work as part of a collaborative team, committing to support colleagues and keep everyone safe.

What you’ll do

• Carry out a range of roles, including peacekeeper, counsellor and teacher.
• Work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, protecting the public and positively influencing offenders.
• Support the overall safety and security of the prison.

What you can expect from us

You’ll receive great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas.

Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days’ holiday allowance, childcare vouchers, season‑ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.

How to apply

If the qualities described above sound like you, please apply now.