Prison Support Officer - HMP Grendon and Springhill
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Middle Claydon, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 29,432 – GBP 29,432 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 18 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
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Where you'll work
Job description
Overview
Join His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service as a Prison Support Officer at HMP Grendon and HMP Springhill. This important role involves supporting the daily operations of a busy prison environment through a range of activities from security checks to operational logistics.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct security and search procedures at prison gates.
- Manage deliveries efficiently ensuring smooth processing.
- Supervise visitors to maintain order and safety.
- Monitor telephone communications and CCTV for security purposes.
- Perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and escorting vehicles across prison grounds.
Candidate Profile
No formal qualifications are required, but strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. You must exercise good judgement, have sensible decision-making capability, and be a reliable team player.
Shift flexibility is necessary as the role includes night and weekend shifts. Additionally, candidates must hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence due to driving responsibilities being integral to the role.
Career Progression
This position provides insight into prison operations with opportunities to advance into other roles within the prison service, including a potential pathway from Prison Support Officer to Prison Officer via a dedicated conversion scheme.
Benefits and Terms
- Starting salary of £29,432 per annum.
- Annual leave starts at 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service, both calculated pro-rata.
- 9 days of bank, public, and privilege holidays each year.
- Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service.
- Participation in the Civil Service pension plan.
- Additional benefits such as season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme.
Additional Information
This role is essential for maintaining the smooth and safe operation of the prison, with limited direct prisoner interaction. It is a physically active position combining administrative and hands-on responsibilities within a supportive team environment.