Prison Support - HMP Isle of Wight

About the Role

HMP Isle of Wight, operating under His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, is looking for an Operational Support Grade to assist with the daily operations of a busy prison. This role blends desk-related tasks with physically active duties such as carrying out security searches at the gate, handling deliveries, monitoring visitor activity, overseeing phone calls and CCTV, and escorting vehicles around the prison grounds.

Driving is an essential component of this position; therefore, applicants must possess a valid UK driving licence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security and search procedures at the prison entrance.
• Manage and coordinate incoming deliveries.
• Supervise visitors effectively to maintain safety.
• Monitor telephone communications and CCTV systems.
• Physically escort vehicles across prison premises.

Candidate Profile

No formal qualifications are required, but effective communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, sound judgment, and being a collaborative team player are essential. You will work various shifts, including nights and weekends, to ensure continuous smooth functioning of the prison.

Career Development

This position offers a unique opportunity to understand prison operations thoroughly and serves as a gateway to other roles within the prison service, including the possibility of joining the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive starting salary of £29,432 per year.
• Initial annual leave of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 10 years’ service, calculated on a pro-rata basis.
• 9 days of bank, public, and privilege holidays annually.
• Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service.
• Participation in the Civil Service pension scheme.
• Additional perks including season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work scheme.