Prison Support Specialist — Launch a Public Service Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

9 bank/holidays

Level 2 apprenticeship (customer care)

Civil Service pension

Season ticket loans

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service on the Isle of Wight is hiring for an Operational Support Grade. In this varied role you’ll support day-to-day prison operations, from gate security to deliveries, visitor supervision and CCTV monitoring.

A mix of desk and physical tasks is expected, including occasional lifting and escorting vehicles around the grounds. Driving is an essential part of the OSG role, so a full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Strong communication and calmness under pressure.
• Great team player with good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Security and searches at the gate.
• Managing deliveries and supervising visitors.
• Monitoring phone calls and CCTV.
• Escorting vehicles around prison grounds.
• Some desk duties and physical tasks, including lifting.

Skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service on the Isle of Wight is hiring for an Operational Support Grade. In this varied role you’ll support day-to-day prison operations, from gate security to deliveries, visitor supervision and CCTV monitoring.

A mix of desk and physical tasks is expected, including occasional lifting and escorting vehicles around the grounds. Driving is an essential part of the OSG role, so a full UK driving licence is required.