Prison Officer - HMP The Mount

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Ley Hill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A national correctional service seeks dedicated prison officers to maintain safety and support offender rehabilitation in Ley Hill, England. Candidates must demonstrate strong integrity, resilience, and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,746 – £40,003, flexible shifts, and various benefits including childcare vouchers and comprehensive training. Apply now for a rewarding career within the service.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated integrity, resilience, and strength of character.
• Excellent communication, self-confidence, and empathy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and safety within the prison, responding to incidents as they arise.
• Work flexible shifts, including weekends, to cover the 24/7 operational needs of the facility.
• Collaborate with colleagues as one team, supporting each other to create a cohesive environment.
• Engage with offenders positively, assisting their rehabilitation.

Skills

Integrity

Resilience

Communication skills

Empathy

Self-confidence

Job description

Overview

Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. In this fast‑paced and ever‑changing environment you will work directly with offenders, building constructive, professional relationships and contributing to the safety of the prison, its residents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and safety within the prison, responding to incidents as they arise.
• Work flexible shifts, including weekends, to cover the 24/7 operational needs of the facility.
• Collaborate with colleagues as one team, supporting each other to create a cohesive environment.
• Engage with offenders in a positive manner, using empathy and strong communication skills to assist their rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated integrity, resilience, and strength of character.
• Excellent communication, self‑confidence, and empathy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and shift patterns.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £35,746 – £40,003 and 25 days holiday per year.
• Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme and comprehensive training and progression opportunities.

How to Apply

If these qualities resonate with you, apply now to begin a rewarding career with His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP The Mount.