Overview
Prison officer opportunities at HM Prison and Probation Service, HMP Wayland. Salary £33,746 - £38,003. Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same, and as you gain experience you’ll find opportunities to grow and develop into.
There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life and work with offenders who could be at their lowest point. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and communication skills we expect. You’ll build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders and work as one team to keep the prison, offenders and staff safe. The role may require working various shifts and weekends.
In this unique career you’ll carry out many different roles in one day. You might be a peacekeeper, counsellor or teacher, working directly with prisoners in a unique environment to protect the public and make a positive impact.
Responsibilities
* Protect the public and contribute to keeping the prison and staff safe.
* Build constructive, positive, and professional relationships with offenders.
* Work as part of a team to ensure safety and security within the prison environment.
* Adapt to varying duties across different roles throughout the day (e.g., peacekeeper, counsellor, teacher).
* Work shifts and weekends as required.
What You Can Expect From Us
* Great training and opportunities for progression and development, with chances to specialise in different areas.
* Competitive salary and benefits including 25 days’ holiday per year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* A sense of achievement from helping offenders get their lives back on track.
Qualifications and Qualities
* Integrity, empathy, self-confidence and strong communication skills.
* Ability to relate to people from diverse walks of life and work with individuals at challenging points.
* Commitment to teamwork and to maintaining safety for colleagues and the public.
How To Apply
If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.
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