Prison Officer — Protect, Guide & Transform Lives

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Coates; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday allowance

Childcare vouchers

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

HM Prison and Probation Service at HMP Whitemoor invites you to join as a prison officer. You will protect the public, support rehabilitation and work in a dynamic, secure environment.

We provide thorough training and clear progression paths, with a salary in the range £34,928‑£39,334. Expect varied shifts and weekends, plus benefits and a strong sense of purpose.

Your role is about building constructive relationships with offenders and working as one team to keep everyone safe.

Qualifications

• Integrity, skills and strength of character.
• No two days or situations are the same.
• Be prepared to work shifts and weekends.
• Empathy and strong communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Work directly with prisoners in a unique environment.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Support colleagues and work as one team to keep the prison safe.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Integrity

Self-confidence

Teamwork

Job description

HM Prison and Probation Service at HMP Whitemoor invites you to join as a prison officer. You will protect the public, support rehabilitation and work in a dynamic, secure environment.

We provide thorough training and clear progression paths, with a salary in the range £34,928‑£39,334. Expect varied shifts and weekends, plus benefits and a strong sense of purpose.

Your role is about building constructive relationships with offenders and working as one team to keep everyone safe.