Prison Operational Support – Dynamic Shift Role & Impact

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS); Upton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Bank holidays 9 days

Level 2 apprenticeship

Civil Service pension

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking an Operational Support Grade at HMP Isle of Wight. You will help run a busy prison, handling security at the gate, deliveries, visitor supervision and CCTV monitoring. The role includes desk work and some physical tasks, including escorting vehicles around the grounds.

Driving is essential; a full UK driving licence is required. Excellent teamwork and composure under pressure are key to success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• You should be a good communicator and able to stay calm under pressure.
• You will be a great team player and contribute to a busy prison environment.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of a busy prison.
• Security and searches at the gate.
• Manage deliveries and supervise visitors.
• Monitor phone calls and CCTV.
• Desks tasks with some lifting/carrying and escorting vehicles across grounds.

Skills

Good communicator

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is seeking an Operational Support Grade at HMP Isle of Wight. You will help run a busy prison, handling security at the gate, deliveries, visitor supervision and CCTV monitoring. The role includes desk work and some physical tasks, including escorting vehicles around the grounds.

Driving is essential; a full UK driving licence is required. Excellent teamwork and composure under pressure are key to success in this fast-paced environment.