Overview
His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. HM Prison officer opportunities at HMP Guys Marsh. 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.
There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. You’ll build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork is essential, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and 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.
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.
* Operate across a range of roles in a single day (e.g., peacekeeper, counsellor, teacher).
* Cover various shifts and weekends as required.
Qualifications and qualities
* Integrity, good communication skills, empathy and self-confidence.
* Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with varying situations.
* Willingness to work shifts and weekends.
* Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with offenders.
Benefits and what to expect
* Salary £33,746 - £38,003.
* 25 days’ holiday per year.
* Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme.
* Opportunities for training, progression and specialisation in different areas.
How to apply: If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.
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