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Manpower UK Limited; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Annual leave entitlement

Training and development

Structured work environment

Job summary

Manpower UK Limited is recruiting for a prison escort role at HMP Highpoint. The position offers a full-time pattern, Monday to Friday with flexibility between 7am and 5pm, and a starting hourly rate of £14.41 with overtime to £25.22.

You will escort contractors onto and off-site, verify IDs, manage vehicle access, review tool lists, and monitor safety, PPE and sign-in/out while maintaining high security standards.

Qualifications

• Good communication in English with basic maths.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Methodical, organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Teamwork with initiative when needed.
• Flexible to shifts and changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Escort contractors to and from work areas, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Verify ID, assist with check-in and ensure documentation is in order.
• Manage contractor vehicle entry when required.
• Check contractors' tool lists for compliance.
• Obtain authorisation for contractor movement within the facility.
• Monitor sign-in/out, PPE use and report concerns.
• Maintain safety communications via radio and assist in emergencies.

Skills

Communication skills

English basics

Maths basics

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Shift pattern: Full time, Monday to Friday flexibility required between 7am and 5pm

Hourly rate: £14.41 Per Hour, increasing to upwards of £25.22 with overtime.

Escorting Safely, Building Trust

Safety and trust are at the heart of everything we do. Looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real impact? Join our team as a prison escort in HMP Highpoint and help create a safer environment while supporting essential work within the justice system.

As a prison escort, you'll be responsible for escorting contractors and personnel on and off-site, enabling them to complete planned and minor works while upholding the highest safety and security standards.

Key responsibilities

• Escort contractors: Ensure contractors are safely guided to and from work areas, maintaining compliance at all times.
• Contractor check-in: Verify ID, assist with check-in, and ensure all documentation is in order.
• Vehicle access: Manage contractor vehicle entry where required.
• Equipment review: Check contractors' tool lists to ensure compliance.
• Internal movement: Obtain authorisation for contractor movement within the facility.
• Monitor compliance: Track sign-in/out, check PPE use, and report any concerns.
• Health & safety: Maintain communication via radio, follow safety protocols, and assist in emergencies.

What you need

• Good communication skills (written & verbal) with basic English & maths knowledge.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A methodical, organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Teamwork skills with the ability to use initiative when needed.
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing circumstances.

Important: A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

What we offer

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• 20 days' annual leave (accrued) plus public holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• A structured and supportive work environment