Prison Officer - Protect, Counsel & Grow in a Dynamic Role

HM Prison and Probation Service; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking dedicated prison officers for HMP Whitemoor. You will protect the public, support rehabilitation, and work across a fast-paced environment within a secure setting.

You’ll undertake diverse roles each day—from counsellor to peacekeeper—while building constructive relationships with inmates and colleagues. You’ll cover varied shifts and weekends, with training and progression opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• You will work various shifts and weekends.
• One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher.

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking dedicated prison officers for HMP Whitemoor. You will protect the public, support rehabilitation, and work across a fast-paced environment within a secure setting.

You’ll undertake diverse roles each day—from counsellor to peacekeeper—while building constructive relationships with inmates and colleagues. You’ll cover varied shifts and weekends, with training and progression opportunities available.