Prison Officer - HMP

Overview

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison officer opportunities at HMP Full Sutton. Salary: £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.

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. You’ll 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 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.

• Protect the public and help make a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Work various shifts and weekends.
• Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders.
• Work as part of a team to keep the prison, offenders and staff safe.
• Carry out different roles in a day, such as a peacekeeper, counsellor or teacher, in a unique environment.

• Great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas.
• Salary reflects the role plus benefits: 25 days’ holiday each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• A sense of achievement from helping an offender get their life back on track.

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