Prison Officer - HMP Bullingdon
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Little Chesterton, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 37,246 – GBP 41,503 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week 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 (HMPPS) as a Prison Officer at HMP Bullingdon with a salary ranging from 37,246 to 41,503 annually. In this vital role, you will contribute to public safety and positively influence individuals' lives in a dynamic and challenging environment. Prison officers protect the community by managing and rehabilitating offenders in custody.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will engage in diverse tasks each day, including maintaining peace, providing counsel, and delivering educational support to prisoners. Building constructive and professional relationships with offenders, especially those at their most vulnerable, is central to your duties. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues, working as a unified team to ensure safety for all within the prison. Additionally, you'll be expected to work various shifts including weekends.
Who Should Apply
The ideal applicant is someone with integrity, strong character, empathy, and excellent communication skills, drawn from any background—including teaching, retail, military, or parenting experiences. No single 'type' fits since diverse perspectives help foster an effective environment. Commitment to teamwork and mutual support is critical.
What We Offer
In return for your dedication, you will receive comprehensive training with opportunities for career progression and specialisation within different areas of the service. Benefits include 25 days of annual holiday, access to childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and participation in a Cycle to Work scheme.
Additional Information
The role is demanding but offers unique rewards, including the profound satisfaction of aiding offenders in reclaiming their lives and contributing to community safety. There are no specified openings or educational prerequisites detailed. If you possess the required qualities and are ready for a meaningful career, this position invites your application.