Prison Support Officer - HMP Grendon and Springhill
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Bishopstone, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 29,432 – GBP 29,432 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 5 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Overview
Join His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service as an Operational Support Grade (OSG) at HMP Grendon and HMP Springhill. This role is vital for the efficient daily operation of the prison, covering a range of responsibilities from security tasks at the gate to managing logistics and supervising visitors. It blends routine desk duties with active physical work such as lifting and escorting vehicles within the prison grounds.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct security checks and searches at prison entrances.
- Manage incoming and outgoing deliveries and logistics.
- Supervise visitors entering and exiting the prison.
- Monitor phone calls and CCTV to maintain safety and security.
- Carry out physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and facilitating vehicle escorts across the site.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- No formal qualifications are necessary, but strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations are essential.
- Good judgment, common sense, and teamwork capabilities are fundamental.
- A full, valid UK driving licence is mandatory as driving duties are integral to this role.
Work Schedule and Conditions
The position involves a variety of shifts including weekends and night shifts to ensure continuous prison operations.
Career Development
This role provides extensive insight into prison operations and offers pathways for progression, including a conversion program from OSG to Prison Officer.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: £29,432 per annum.
- Annual leave: 25 days initially, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service (pro-rated).
- 9 additional bank, public, and privilege holidays.
- Access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service.
- Participation in the Civil Service pension scheme.
- Additional benefits including season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle to Work scheme.
Application Note
If you possess good communication skills, can stay composed under pressure, and hold a valid UK driver's licence, this role could be the starting point for a rewarding career helping maintain safety and security within the prison environment.