Prison Support: Drive Operations & Build Your Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

9 days bank/public/privilege holidays

Level 2 apprenticeship in customer 服務

Civil Service pension scheme

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Isle of Wight is offering a Prison Support Role. You will be part of a team supporting daily prison operations, including security, deliveries, visitor supervision, and CCTV monitoring. The job blends desk duties with physical tasks and requires a full UK driving licence.

You don’t need formal qualifications, but a calm, communicative, team-focused approach is essential. Shifts include weekends and nights to keep the prison running smoothly.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Must be a good communicator and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Candidate must hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of a busy prison.
• Carry out security and searches at the gate.
• Manage deliveries, supervise visitors, monitor phone calls and CCTV.
• Perform desk duties alongside physical tasks such as lifting and escorting vehicles.
• Work various shifts including weekends and nights.

Skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team player

Full UK driving licence

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Isle of Wight is offering a Prison Support Role. You will be part of a team supporting daily prison operations, including security, deliveries, visitor supervision, and CCTV monitoring. The job blends desk duties with physical tasks and requires a full UK driving licence.

You don’t need formal qualifications, but a calm, communicative, team-focused approach is essential. Shifts include weekends and nights to keep the prison running smoothly.