Operational Support Grade
HMP Belmarsh Driver
£31,664
His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.
An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.
As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. You will be part of a supportive team doing various tasks – from security and searches at the gate, managing deliveries, supervising visitors, to monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active role involving tasks that combine desk duties with physical activities such as lifting, carrying, and walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds.
Travel to Work – Some prison establishments are in rural locations with limited public transport options. Therefore, a driving licence and own transport are beneficial but not essential unless specified*. Please note that shift start and finish times are fixed, and it is your responsibility to arrive on time. Consider the location of this vacancy and your transport options carefully.
Applicants must hold a full, valid UK driving licence that includes the D1 vehicle category, allowing you to drive vehicles with:
* No more than 16 passenger seats, a maximum length of 8 metres, and a trailer up to 750kg.
Someone like you
You don’t need formal qualifications for this job, but if you are a good communicator and can stay calm under pressure, this role could be the start of a successful career.
Helping to keep a prison running smoothly and safely requires good judgement, common sense, and teamwork.
As an OSG, you will work various shifts, including weekends and nights, to ensure continuous operations.
An extraordinary job
This career offers the opportunity to protect the public and make a difference by supporting daily prison operations.
Contact with prisoners is limited, although you may interact with them occasionally depending on the prison.
The role provides significant knowledge and experience of prison operations and opportunities to progress into other roles, including the OSG to Prison Officer scheme.
What You Can Expect From Us
Excellent training and opportunities for progression and development are provided.
In addition to your base pay, you will receive:
* 25 days of annual leave on appointment, increasing to 30 days after 10 years (pro-rata)
* 9 days of bank, public, and privilege holidays
* Access to a Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service
* Access to the Civil Service pension scheme, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme
If this sounds like you, apply now.
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