Prison Officer - HMP The Mount

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the UK invites applications for the role of a Prison Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining safety and security within the prison environment while building professional relationships with offenders. This entry-level position seeks individuals with integrity and strong interpersonal skills, coming from diverse backgrounds such as teaching or retail. A salary between £35,746 and £40,003 per annum is offered along with excellent training and opportunities for development.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates should come from various backgrounds such as teaching, retail, or armed forces.
• Skills required include empathy, self-confidence, and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and positively impact people's lives.
• Maintain safety and security in the prison environment.
• Build professional relationships with offenders.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Self-confidence

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service invites applications for Prison Officer positions at HMP The Mount. Salary is £35,746 – £40,003 per annum.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Maintain safety and security across the prison environment.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Work directly with prisoners as a peacekeeper, counsellor or teacher, adapting to the needs of the day.
• Collaborate as a team with colleagues to keep the prison, offenders and staff safe.
• Operate shifts, including weekends, as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Looking for individuals with integrity, skills and strength of character. Candidates may come from varying backgrounds such as parent, teacher, retail or armed forces experience, with empathy, self‑confidence and communication skills.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industry: Government Administration

Benefits

Excellent training and opportunities for progression and development. Salary, 25 days holiday, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and the sense of achievement when helping offenders regain their lives.

Locations

Multiple locations across the UK, including England and Wales.

How to Apply

If the qualities described sound like you, apply now.