Overview
His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. Prison officer opportunities at HMP Wayland. Salary £33,746 - £38,003. Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. This fast-paced role offers variety and opportunities to grow and develop as you gain experience.
An extraordinary job
In this unique career you’ll carry out many different roles in any one day. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. You’ll be a peacekeeper, counsellor or teacher at different times, with the aim of supporting offenders toward positive outcomes.
Someone like you
There’s no typical prison officer. Our people come from diverse backgrounds. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed empathy, self-confidence and strong communication skills. You’ll build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at their lowest point in their lives. Teamwork is essential to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends.
What You Can Expect From Us
You’ll receive comprehensive training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits such as 25 days’ holiday per year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme. The work provides a sense of achievement from helping offenders get their lives back on track.
How To Apply
If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
The role involves protecting the public, maintaining safety and security, supporting colleagues, and working as part of a cohesive team. The position requires integrity, resilience, and the ability to work constructively with offenders in challenging circumstances. You should be prepared to work shifts and weekends.
Requirements (Suitability)
Empathy, self-confidence, and effective communication are essential. You should be able to build positive, professional relationships with offenders and colleagues alike.
Application Details
Location: HMP Wayland, and other sites as required. Salary: £33,746 – £38,003. Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Entry level. Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management. Industries: Government Administration.
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