Prison Officer - HMP Highpoint

About the Role

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) is recruiting Prison Officers to work at HMP Highpoint. These roles carry the responsibility of protecting the public and positively influencing the lives of offenders. The positions offer the opportunity for a dynamic and meaningful career where no two days are the same.

You will be part of a diverse team, with individuals from a variety of backgrounds including parents, educators, retail workers, and veterans, all bringing empathy, confidence, and strong communication skills essential to success in this role. Building constructive and professional relationships with offenders, often during difficult periods in their lives, is a core part of the job.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security within the prison environment by working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Manage different situations with adaptability, serving as a peacekeeper, counsellor, and educator when needed.
• Work various shifts including weekends, ensuring constant support and supervision.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 35,746 to 40,003 per annum.
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression and specialization.
• 25 days of annual leave along with child care vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.

Additional Information

The role provides a rewarding sense of accomplishment from making a genuine difference in offenders' lives and contributing to public safety.

Applicants must be prepared to work varied shifts and weekends and must demonstrate integrity, strength of character, empathy, and excellent communication skills.