Prison Officer - HMP Highpoint
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Chevington, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 35,746 – GBP 40,003 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 days 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 as a Prison Officer at HMP Highpoint. This rewarding position offers an annual salary between 35746 and 40003 GBP. As a Prison Officer, you'll play a critical role in safeguarding the public and helping to positively influence the lives of offenders.
Key Responsibilities
The role is varied and dynamic, requiring the ability to switch between being a peacekeeper, counsellor, and educator. You will work directly with inmates, building constructive and professional relationships while maintaining safety within the prison environment. Commitment to teamwork and supporting colleagues is essential to ensure the security of the prison, prisoners, and staff.
Candidate Profile
There is no typical profile for a Prison Officer; applicants come from diverse backgrounds such as parenting, teaching, retail, or the armed forces. Key attributes include integrity, strong communication skills, empathy, self-confidence, and strength of character. Shift work including weekends is required.
Benefits and Development
The role offers comprehensive training and developmental opportunities, including specialized career paths. Along with a competitive salary, benefits include 25 days of annual leave, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and participation in a Cycle to Work scheme. Beyond monetary rewards, this career provides the unique satisfaction of aiding offenders to rebuild their lives.