Main characteristics
- Location
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Company
- HM Prison Service
Job summary
One career, many roles.Prison officer opportunities
HMP Swinfen Hall
Starting salary is £23,529 for a 39 hour week + excellent benefits
Prison officers protect the public and help offenders turn their lives around.
If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character were 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, youll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into.
What we expect from our prison officers
Theres no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether youre a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, youll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect.
No matter the challenge, youll 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 youll 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.
What you can expect from us
Youll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas.
Theres 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 arent all youll gain from a role in the prison service. Theres the sense of achievement you feel when youve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply wont find anywhere else.
How to apply
It takes a special type of person to be a great prison officer. If you're ready to start a rewarding new profession, apply now.
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