Prison Officer - HMP Whitemoor

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Farcet; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an Entry-level Prison Officer. You will be responsible for protecting the public, maintaining safety within the prison, and building positive relationships with offenders. The role offers competitive salary, excellent training, and opportunities for career development. Candidates should possess integrity and strong interpersonal skills. This is a full-time position requiring flexibility for various shifts including weekends.

Benefits

Great training and development opportunities

25 days' holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain safety and control within a prison environment.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with offenders.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and ensure safety in the prison.
• Build positive relationships with offenders.
• Support colleagues as a part of a team.
• Work various shifts and weekends.

Skills

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Physical fitness

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service

Prison Officer Opportunities

HMP Whitemoor

Salary: £33,746 - £38,003 per year.

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. As you gain experience you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Protecting the public and maintaining safety in the prison.
• Building constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Supporting colleagues as part of one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe.
• Working various shifts and weekends.

What you can expect from us:

• Great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas.
• A good salary and 25 days’ holiday allowance each year.
• Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• A sense of achievement when you help an offender get their life back on track.

How to Apply

If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries: Government Administration