Operational Support Grade
HMP Belmarsh Driver
£31,664
His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.
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 various tasks – from security and searches at the gate, to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active role involving desk duties as well as physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, and escorting vehicles across the prison grounds.
Travel to Work – Some prison establishments are in rural locations with limited public transport options. A driving licence and own transport are beneficial but not essential unless specified*. Please consider the location and your transport options carefully. Shift start and finish times are fixed, and it is your responsibility to arrive on time for your shift.
Applicants must hold a full, valid UK driving licence which includes the D1 vehicle category, allowing you to drive vehicles with:
* No more than 16 passenger seats, a maximum length of 8 metres, and a trailer up to 750kg.
Someone like you
No formal qualifications are required for this role. If you are a good communicator and can stay calm under pressure, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career.
You will help keep the prison running smoothly and safely, demonstrating good judgment, common sense, and teamwork.
As an OSG, you will work a variety of shifts, including weekends and nights, to ensure continuous operation.
An extraordinary job
This career offers the opportunity to protect the public and impact lives by supporting daily prison operations.
Contact with prisoners is limited, though some occasional interaction may occur depending on the prison.
The OSG role provides valuable knowledge and experience of prison operations and potential pathways into other prison roles, including the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme.
What You Can Expect From Us
Excellent training, progression opportunities, and development support.
In Addition To Your Base Pay, You Will Receive
* 25 days of annual leave on appointment, increasing to 30 days after 10 years (pro-rata)
* 9 days of bank, public, and privilege holidays
* Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service
* Access to a generous Civil Service pension scheme, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme
If this sounds like you, apply now.
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