Prison Officer - HMP Full Sutton
HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
New Earswick, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 34,928 – GBP 39,334 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Role
Join His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service at HMP Full Sutton as a Prison Officer, playing a crucial part in public safety and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This dynamic position involves varied daily duties requiring integrity, strong character, and the ability to work under pressure. Your responsibilities will encompass maintaining order, providing support, and working directly with offenders.
Who We're Looking For
There is no single profile for a typical prison officer. Prospective candidates come from diverse backgrounds including teaching, retail, armed forces, or parenting, and must possess empathy, confidence, and excellent communication abilities. Building positive, professional relationships with inmates, often during difficult times, is essential. You will also need to work collaboratively with your team to ensure the safety of the prison community.
Work Conditions
The role requires willingness to work various shifts including weekends.
Opportunities and Benefits
This unique career offers a variety of responsibilities—one moment acting as a peacekeeper, the next serving as a counsellor or educator. Extensive training is provided alongside opportunities for career progression and specialization in different areas.
Salary ranges from 34,928 to 39,334 per year. Staff receive 25 daysholiday annually, plus access to childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Additional Information
The role offers an uncommon sense of accomplishment by helping offenders rehabilitate and reintegrate into society, an experience not typical in other jobs.