Prison Officer at HMP Bullingdon
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Grendon Underwood, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 37,246 – GBP 41,503 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Role
Join His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Bullingdon as a Prison Officer and play a vital role in public protection and positively influencing individuals' lives. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same, offering numerous opportunities for career growth and specialization.
Key Responsibilities
As a Prison Officer, you will perform diverse roles daily including maintaining peace, providing guidance and education to offenders, and working directly with prisoners to help them rehabilitate. You will foster constructive and professional relationships with offenders, many of whom may be facing significant challenges.
Teamwork and Commitment
The role demands a strong commitment to teamwork to ensure the safety of the prison, offenders, and staff. You will need to support your colleagues fully and operate cohesively to manage the environment effectively. Shift and weekend work is required.
Training and Benefits
You will receive comprehensive training along with opportunities for advancement and specialization. The salary ranges from £37,246 to £41,503 annually. Additional benefits include 25 days of annual leave, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Program, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Candidate Profile
Applicants come from varied backgrounds such as teaching, retail, or the armed forces. What unites them are qualities like empathy, confidence, strong communication skills, integrity, and strength of character. The role offers a unique sense of accomplishment by making meaningful contributions to offenders' rehabilitation and public safety.