Overview
Prison Support Role | HMP Belmarsh Driver | £31,664
An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. You will be part of a supportive team doing all sorts of things – from security and searches at the gate, to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active job involving tasks which combine some desk duties with more physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds.
Travel to Work – Some prison establishments are situated in rural locations with limited public transport options, therefore a driving licence and own transport is beneficial but is not an essential requirement of the role (unless specified*). Please note that shift start and finish times are fixed and it is your responsibility to get to and from your place of work on time for the start of your shift. Please carefully consider the location of this vacancy and your transport options.
Applicants Must Hold a Full, Valid UK Driving Licence Which Must Include The D1 Vehicle Category Which Allows You To Drive Vehicles With
Responsibilities
* Security and searches at the gate
* Managing deliveries
* Supervising visitors
* Monitoring phone calls and CCTV
* General duties including some desk work and physical tasks (lifting, carrying, walking to escort vehicles)
* Working a variety of shifts, including weekends and nights
Requirements
* Must hold a full, valid UK driving licence including D1 category (to drive vehicles with no more than 16 passenger seats, a maximum length of 8 metres, trailer up to 750kg)
* You don’t need formal qualifications, but good communication and ability to stay calm under pressure are valuable
What You Can Expect
* Great training and opportunities for progression and development
* In addition to base pay: 25 days annual leave rising to 30 after 10 years (pro‑rata), 9 days bank/public/privilege holidays
* Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service
* Access to Civil Service pension scheme, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Government Administration
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