Prison Officer: Protect the Public, Support & Guide

Ministry of Justice; Preston; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual holiday

Civil Service pension

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in Preston invites applications for prison officer at HMP Garth. The role offers varied shifts (37, 39 or 41 hours per week) with full training and a salary that reflects weekly hours.

You’ll work to protect the public and support rehabilitation in a unique, demanding environment. Expect a challenging career with extensive benefits, including generous holiday entitlement and Civil Service pension, plus options for additional paid hours.

Qualifications

• Essential skills: communication and influencing abilities.
• Commitment to quality in service delivery.
• Care and understanding for prisoners and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and help make an impact on prisoners’ lives.
• Work in a high-security environment with varied shifts and weekends.
• Support constructive, positive and professional relationships with prisoners.
• Be adaptable—serve as peacekeeper, counsellor or adviser as needed.
• Complete online assessments and ongoing requirements for role.”

Skills

Communication

Influencing skills

Quality-focused

Care and understanding

Job description

Ministry of Justice in Preston invites applications for prison officer at HMP Garth. The role offers varied shifts (37, 39 or 41 hours per week) with full training and a salary that reflects weekly hours.

You’ll work to protect the public and support rehabilitation in a unique, demanding environment. Expect a challenging career with extensive benefits, including generous holiday entitlement and Civil Service pension, plus options for additional paid hours.