Prison Officer: Protect, Guide & Transform Lives

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Honington; 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 recruiting a Prison Officer at HMP Wayland. The role offers a salary of £34,928 to £39,334 per year and the chance to make a tangible difference by protecting the public and supporting offenders.

You'll join a team that values empathy, integrity and strong communication. Expect a fast-paced environment with opportunities for progression and development, plus shift and weekend work requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates empathy, integrity and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, varied environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and resilience under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and contribute to safe custody of prisoners.
• Build constructive, positive relationships with offenders and staff.
• Work various shifts and weekends to cover prison operations.
• Provide support that may include counselling or teaching within the prison context.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is recruiting a Prison Officer at HMP Wayland. The role offers a salary of £34,928 to £39,334 per year and the chance to make a tangible difference by protecting the public and supporting offenders.

You'll join a team that values empathy, integrity and strong communication. Expect a fast-paced environment with opportunities for progression and development, plus shift and weekend work requirements.