Prison Officer: Protect, Counsel & Inspire Change

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Aston Somerville; 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 scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking prison officers for HMP Long Lartin in England. The role focuses on protecting the public and supporting offenders, with an emphasis on empathy, integrity and teamwork.

You’ll work across various shifts, including weekends, to ensure safety and positive outcomes for those in custody. You'll receive comprehensive training and development opportunities and be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to public protection and

Qualifications

• Integrity, strong character and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and work with offenders.
• Build constructive, positive relationships with offenders.
• Work as one team to keep the prison and staff safe.
• Work varied shifts and weekends.
• Provide support and guidance to offenders to turn their lives around.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Integrity

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking prison officers for HMP Long Lartin in England. The role focuses on protecting the public and supporting offenders, with an emphasis on empathy, integrity and teamwork.

You’ll work across various shifts, including weekends, to ensure safety and positive outcomes for those in custody. You'll receive comprehensive training and development opportunities and be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to public protection and