Prison Officer: Protect, Counsel & Develop in a Dynamic Role

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Chedburgh; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking prison officers at HMP Highpoint in the United Kingdom. The role offers a competitive salary (£36,928–£41,334) and the chance to protect the public while helping individuals reform. You’ll work in a fast-paced, varied environment with a focus on safety, teamwork, and meaningful progression.

You’ll be required to work shifts and weekends, with opportunities to grow and develop through extensive training and career pathways within the service.

Qualifications

• Integrity, skills and strength of character as core requirements.
• Empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills are valued.
• Teamwork and commitment to safe, professional relations with offenders.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Work various shifts and weekends to ensure continuous coverage.

Skills

Integrity

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Self-confidence

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking prison officers at HMP Highpoint in the United Kingdom. The role offers a competitive salary (£36,928–£41,334) and the chance to protect the public while helping individuals reform. You’ll work in a fast-paced, varied environment with a focus on safety, teamwork, and meaningful progression.

You’ll be required to work shifts and weekends, with opportunities to grow and develop through extensive training and career pathways within the service.