- Esperienza
- Qualsiasi
- Stipendio
- GBP 28,187 – GBP 33,337 / year
- Aperture
- 1
- Pubblicato
- 3 ore fa
- Modalità di lavoro
- In ufficio
- Requisiti di ammissibilità
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK with at least two years remaining on their visa and have lived in the UK for at least one year. Candidates must be able to undergo required security clearances and have no disqualifying criminal convictions that would prevent clearance. Living within…
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Role Overview
Join HMP Doncaster as a Prison Officer and play a vital role in maintaining the safety, security, and rehabilitation of prisoners. This permanent, full-time position involves an average of 40 hours of work per week with shift work covering days, evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. Officers are integral to fostering a supportive environment that encourages positive change among inmates.
Compensation and Benefits
The starting salary is £28,187 annually, rising to £29,271 after one year, and further increasing to £33,337 after three years of service. Completion of the PCO Portfolio or PCO Apprenticeship can accelerate the salary to £33,337 within 12 to 18 months. Additional earnings may reach approximately £37,800 including overtime (average 4 hours weekly; overtime availability is not guaranteed). Benefits include a pension plan, free meals during shifts, health and wellbeing programs, a reward and recognition scheme, and access to exclusive discounts, such as cinema and leisure memberships, including eligibility to apply for a Blue Light discount card.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise prisoners during all aspects of wing activities.
- Encourage inmate participation in work and education initiatives.
- Carry out operational functions such as prisoner counts, searches, security checks, and administrative duties.
- Manage prisoners who are vulnerable or at risk of self-harm.
Required Skills and Personal Attributes
Applicants should bring commitment and transferable skills such as effective communication, teamwork, resilience, and patience. Prior experience in criminal justice is not necessary as comprehensive training is provided. The role demands a dedication to supporting prisoners’ rehabilitation journey and promoting safe, structured environments.
Recruitment Process and Training
Applicants will undergo a competency-based interview and short assessments in maths and English. Successful candidates must complete a 10-week Initial Training Course (8 weeks of classroom instruction plus 2 weeks shadowing) requiring full attendance. Training includes earning a Diploma in Custodial Care, First Aid certification, and Control and Restraint training.
Additional Information
This position is located at HMP & YOI Doncaster (Marsh Gate, Doncaster DN5 8UX). Candidates are advised to live within a 30-mile radius to support punctuality and work-life balance. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must already have a right to work in the UK with at least two years left on their visa and have resided in the UK for at least one year. Employment is subject to security clearance including Ministry of Justice Enhanced Level 2 and Enhanced DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
About the Employer
Serco is a global public services provider with approximately 50,000 employees delivering essential services across multiple sectors including justice. The company promotes diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance, with employee networks supporting various groups and a commitment to accessibility and equal opportunity.