Prison Support Role
HMP Littlehey – His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.
Annual Salary: £29,432.
As an Operational Support Grade (OSG), 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 tasks ranging from security and searches at the gate to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. The role combines desk duties with hands‑on tasks such as lifting, carrying, walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds.
We don’t require formal qualifications, just good communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. A fast‑paced, varied and active job that can be the start of a successful career.
Key responsibilities include:
* Security and searches at the gate
* Managing deliveries and visiting schedules
* Monitoring phone calls and CCTV
* Lifting, carrying, walking to escort vehicles
* Work shifts including weekends and nights
Benefits and opportunities:
* Annual leave: 25 days on appointment, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service (pro‑rated)
* 9 days bank, public and privilege holidays
* Paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service
* Generous Civil Service pension scheme
* Season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme
We Offer:
* Great training and development opportunities
* Potential progression to other prison roles, including the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Government Administration
If this sounds like you, apply now.
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