Prison Support Role Overview
HMP East Sutton is seeking a skilled and dedicated Operational Support Grade to join their team. 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 accompany vehicles across the prison grounds.
This role requires good judgement and common sense, and, above all, being a great team player. You will work a variety of shifts, including weekend and night shifts, to keep things running.
This unique career will give you significant knowledge and experience of how a prison operates. It can provide opportunities to move into other prison jobs, including opportunities to apply for the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme.
Benefits of the Job
* Annual leave: 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after 10 years' service (calculated on a pro-rata basis)
* 9 days bank, public and privilege holidays
* Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service
* Access to the generous Civil Service pension scheme season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme
Requirements and Qualifications
You don't need any qualifications to do this job, but if you are a good communicator and can keep calm under pressure, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career for you.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work well under pressure, and be a team player. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.