Prison Officer: Protect, Counsel & Help Rehabilitate

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Chevington; 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 in the United Kingdom is seeking prison officers at HMP Highpoint to protect the public and help transform lives. This fast-paced role offers real responsibility from day one, with extensive training and clear progression paths within a large public sector organisation.

You’ll join a tight-knit team, work shifts including weekends, and develop skills in conflict management, communication, and rehabilitative support that make a lasting difference.

Qualifications

• Integrity and strength of character are essential.
• Empathy and strong communications are required to work with offenders.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and weekends; teamwork is vital.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help keep the community safe.
• Work directly with prisoners in a unique environment.
• Build constructive, positive relationships with offenders to support rehabilitation.
• Be prepared to work varied shifts, including weekends.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service in the United Kingdom is seeking prison officers at HMP Highpoint to protect the public and help transform lives. This fast-paced role offers real responsibility from day one, with extensive training and clear progression paths within a large public sector organisation.

You’ll join a tight-knit team, work shifts including weekends, and develop skills in conflict management, communication, and rehabilitative support that make a lasting difference.