Prison Officer - HMP Long Lartin
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Wickhamford, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 33,746 – GBP 38,003 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including people with experience in parenting, teaching, retail, or the armed forces, provided they have the right personal qualities and communication skills.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service is hiring prison officers for HMP Long Lartin in Wickhamford, England, United Kingdom. This is a fast-moving public service role where you help protect the public while contributing to positive change in prisoners’ lives.
The salary for this position is £33,746 to £38,003.
What the role involves
Prison officers work in a varied and high-pressure setting where no two days are the same. The job can shift from maintaining order and safety to offering support, guidance, and encouragement. In the course of a single day, you may need to act as a calm presence, a mentor, or an adviser depending on the situation.
You will work directly with prisoners in a secure environment and play a part in keeping the prison, the people in custody, and colleagues safe.
Who this role suits
The organisation is looking for people with integrity, confidence, good communication skills, empathy, and the strength of character to handle challenging situations. Applicants may come from any background, including parenting, teaching, retail, or the armed forces, as long as they can build respectful, constructive, and professional relationships with offenders.
Teamwork is essential in this role. You must be committed to supporting colleagues and to acting as part of one coordinated team.
Working pattern
This position requires a variety of shifts, including weekends.
Training, development, and progression
You will receive thorough training along with opportunities to progress and develop your career, including the option to specialise in different areas over time.
Benefits and rewards
Along with a competitive salary, the role includes 25 days of annual leave, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Beyond the practical benefits, the job offers a strong sense of purpose and the satisfaction of helping people turn their lives around.
Application note
If the role sounds like a fit for your strengths and values, you can submit an application.