Prison Officer — Protect, Guide & Transform Lives

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Horley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; 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 at HMP Bullingdon is recruiting prison officers. The role offers a competitive salary (£38,428–£42,834) and a chance to protect the public while positively impacting lives.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with diverse duties and shift patterns, including weekends. Applicants bring integrity, empathy and strong communication skills; teamwork and resilience are essential.

Qualifications

• No two days are the same; you'll have opportunities to grow and develop.
• Strong integrity and the ability to handle challenging situations with calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork are essential in a high-security environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out multiple roles in one day, from peacekeeper to counsellor.
• Build constructive, positive relationships with offenders to support rehabilitation.
• Support colleagues and work as a unified team to keep the prison and everyone safe.
• Work various shifts and weekends as required.

Skills

Integrity

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Self-confidence

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Bullingdon is recruiting prison officers. The role offers a competitive salary (£38,428–£42,834) and a chance to protect the public while positively impacting lives.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment with diverse duties and shift patterns, including weekends. Applicants bring integrity, empathy and strong communication skills; teamwork and resilience are essential.