Prison Officer: Protect, Guide & Rehabilitate Lives

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. in Highpoint is seeking prison officers to protect the public and support offenders in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work varied shifts, including weekends, and develop through training and progression opportunities.

Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and bring empathy, strong communication skills, and teamwork to the role. You’ll build professional relationships with offenders and contribute to a safe, rehabilitative environment.

Qualifications

• Integrity, strength of character and good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Work varied shifts and weekends as required.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Work directly with prisoners in a unique environment to keep the prison safe.
• Provide training and progression opportunities, including specialisations.

Skills

Integrity and character

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. in Highpoint is seeking prison officers to protect the public and support offenders in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work varied shifts, including weekends, and develop through training and progression opportunities.

Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and bring empathy, strong communication skills, and teamwork to the role. You’ll build professional relationships with offenders and contribute to a safe, rehabilitative environment.