Detention Officer

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. Prison officer opportunities Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. 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. 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. In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. 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. xkybehq 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. If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.