Overview
Prison officer opportunities at HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). Location: HMP Full Sutton. 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. As you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into.
No matter the challenge, you’ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends.
An extraordinary job. In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact.
Responsibilities
* Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
* Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
* Work as part of a team to keep the prison, offenders and staff safe.
* Take on different roles within a day (peacekeeper, counsellor, teacher) as needed.
* Work various shifts and weekends.
Qualifications / What We’re Looking For
* Integrity, empathy, self-confidence and strong communication skills.
* Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
* Good interpersonal and teamwork skills; commitment to acting as one team.
Benefits
* Great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas.
* Salary, 25 days’ holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
* Government Administration
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