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Salary and Benefits
Your starting salary will be £27,300 pa, increasing to £28,350 after 12 months, and to £32,288 upon reaching 3 years’ service. We are committed to your career progression through our PCO Portfolio or PCO Apprenticeship, which can increase your salary to £32,288 within 12 to 18 months. Additional benefits include:
* Opportunity to earn approximately £37,800 including overtime (availability not guaranteed, based on an average of 4 hours per week)
* Clear career pathways into operational management with salaries from £36,000 to £42,000
* Free parking on site
* Free gym access
* Free food during shifts
* Serco discounts on cinema, online shopping, leisure memberships, and Blue Light discount cards
About the Prison Officer Role
Discover detailed information about the role here.
Is this the right career for you?
We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. What you’ve done before isn’t as important as your commitment to making a difference. We value transferable skills like communication, teamwork, resilience, and patience. You’ll learn the rest during our 10-week training course and through experienced colleagues.
As a Prison Officer, you’ll ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone around you. Your work involves:
* Supervising prisoners during wing activities
* Overseeing work and education programs, encouraging participation
* Handling operational tasks such as headcounts, cell searches, security, and administration
* Managing at-risk prisoners
Our shifts cover 24/7, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. We promote work-life balance through a flexible rota system.
Recruitment Process
You will complete an online assessment, followed by a virtual competency-based interview, Maths and English tests. Successful candidates will be invited to HMP Fosse Way for a Welcome Briefing, Group Session, Mobility Assessment, and Prison Tour.
Upon passing, you’ll attend a 10-week Initial Training Course (ITC), including classroom training, shadowing, and earning a Diploma in Custodial Care, First Aid, and Control & Restraint training.
Why Choose Serco?
* Meaningful work: You’ll play a vital role in reducing reoffending and ensuring safety.
* Opportunities: Progress into management or specialized services like Psychology, Education, Health, or Animal Unit.
* Supportive colleagues: Our trained, friendly team helps you succeed in a calm environment.
Location and Eligibility
This role is based at HMP Fosse Way, Leicester, with limited public transport. Candidates should consider their commute and ideally live within 30 miles.
Additional Information
* Role is subject to security clearance and employment references, with a 5-year history check.
* Not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current UK rules unless you have a valid right to work and meet specific criteria.
About Serco
Serco delivers essential public services worldwide, with 50,000 employees in areas like defence, justice, healthcare, and more. We value diversity, inclusion, and innovation.
Application and Inclusion
Apply promptly as roles may close early due to high volume. We support flexible working, are Disability Confident Leaders, and encourage diverse applications. For assistance, contact icareersuk@serco.com. We support fair access for those with unspent convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ initiative—please contact us to discuss.
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