Prison Officer (Hiring Immediately)

Prison Officer (Hiring Immediately)

Posted 4 days ago by HM Prison and Probation Service

£38,003 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Evesham, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of a Prison Officer at HMP Long Lartin involves protecting the public and positively impacting the lives of offenders. Candidates should possess integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to build professional relationships in a challenging environment. The position offers various responsibilities and opportunities for growth, requiring teamwork and commitment to safety. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive training and benefits, including a competitive salary and holiday allowance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Protect the public and assist offenders in making positive life changes.
  • Build constructive relationships with offenders and support their rehabilitation.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain safety within the prison.
  • Adapt to various roles, including peacekeeping, counseling, and teaching.
  • Work various shifts and weekends as required.

Key Skills:

  • Integrity and strong character.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Empathy and self-confidence.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Commitment to supporting colleagues and maintaining safety.

Salary (Rate): £38,003 yearly

City: Evesham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.

Prison officer opportunities HMP Long Lartin £33,746 - £38,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into.

Someone like you There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you’ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends.

An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact.

What You Can Expect From Us You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There’s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days’ holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren’t all you’ll gain from a role in the prison service. xlqdzyr There’s the sense of achievement you feel when you’ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won’t find anywhere else.

How To Apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.