Prison Officer - HMP Mount

Job Title

Prison Officer – HMP The Mount

Full Time – Part Time – Job Share – Flexible Working

Location:

Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0NZ

Start date:

25 June 2026

• Protect the public and maintain a secure environment within the prison
• Support prisoners' rehabilitation through opportunities such as counselling, teaching and other roles
• Build constructive, professional relationships with prisoners’ to facilitate positive change
• Work various shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays as required

• Be at least 18 years old
• Meet Civil Service nationality requirements (UK, Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth, EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Turkish nationals with right‑to‑work status)
• Pass a medical and fitness assessment (eyesight, hearing, general health)
• Be a UK resident for the last 3 years if applying to a high‑security (Category
  
  A) prison

• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Commitment to quality and performance
• Effective decision‑making under pressure
• Caring and understanding towards others

• 37 hours a week – £35,746 per year
• 39 hours a week – £37,875 per year
• 41 hours a week – £40,003 per year

• 25 days’ annual holiday (rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service)
• Paid time off for public holidays and 1 extra privilege day
• Civil Service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%
• Cycle to work scheme, travel loans and other standard benefits

The selection process includes:

• Behavioural assessment covering communication, decision‑making, quality service and caring
• Numerical, written English and spoken English tests
• Online Assessment Centre to evaluate abilities, behaviours and strengths

For updates or enquiries, contact the Ministry of Justice recruitment team. Equal opportunities and EEO statements are provided by the Civil Service as required.