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202607: Prison Officer - HMP Stocken
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202607: Prison Officer - HMP Stocken
Prison Officer – HMP Stocken
Location: HMP Stocken, 2 Stocken Hall Rd, Stretton, Oakham, LE15 7RD
Starting salary: £38,816 per annum (for a 39-hour week, inc 20% unsocial hours allowance) City/Town: Melton Mowbray / Leicester / Peterborough Region: Midlands Vacancy type: Merit
About the Role
An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.
Prison officers play a critical role in protecting the public and making a positive impact on prisoners’ lives. This challenging yet rewarding career offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where one day might involve roles as diverse as a peacekeeper, counsellor, or educator.
We’re looking for individuals who possess:
- Integrity and strength of character
- Empathy, resilience, and communication skills
- Commitment to teamwork and maintaining a safe environment
The role requires working across various shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain safety and security within the prison, including general supervision and danger management.
- Build positive, constructive relationships with prisoners to encourage rehabilitation.
- Apply professional judgment in decision-making to de-escalate conflict and resolve disputes.
- Perform duties of a multi-disciplinary nature, including instructional tasks, report writing, and administration.
- Ensure compliance with legal and institutional policies, supporting fair and consistent treatment.
- Contribute to teams that maintain compliance with national policy and Prison Standards, including fire safety regulations.
Eligibility & Criteria
Must-Have Qualifications
You do not need formal qualifications, but must meet the following:
- Age: At least 18 years old by the start of employment.
- Medical and fitness test pass (including eyesight, hearing, and health assessments).
- Visible tattoos (if any) must not be offensive, discriminatory, violent, or intimidating. Facial tattoos are generally not acceptable unless for cultural, religious, or medical reasons.
- Nationality and work rights: Must be able to maintain the right to work in the UK, in alignment with Departmental and Civil Service Rules.
Nationality & Residency Requirements
Applicants must fall into one of the following categories:
- UK nationals
- Nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- Commonwealth nationals with the right to work in the UK
- EU/Swiss/Norwegian/Icelandic/Liechtensteiner nationals with settled or pre-settled status under EUSS.
- Turkish nationals with the right to work in the Civil Service.
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Note: To work in a Category A (high-security) prison, you must have been a UK resident for the prior 3 years.
Transport
While own transport and a driving licence are beneficial, they are not mandatory unless specified. Fix ed-shift times apply, so you must be able to reliably attend your start time.
Salary & Hours
| Weekly Hours | Annual Salary (inc. unsocial hours) |
|---|---|
| 37 hours | £36,928 |
| 39 hours | £38,816 (starting salary) |
| 41 hours | £41,334 |
- Shift patterns enforce 39-hour weeks (mean ing shifts across evenings, weekends, and public holidays).
- Pension contribution: £10,698 annu ally towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
- Opportunities for additional paid hours.
Benefits
- Holiday entitlement: 25 days/year, rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service.
- 1 paid privilege and public holiday day per year.
- Civil Service Pension Scheme with employer contribution of 28.97%.
- Cycle-to-work scheme, travel loans, and payroll savings.
- Additional benefits from the HM Prison & Probation Service.
Selection Process
Stage 1: Online Tests
- Judgment and numerical aptitude test
- Values-based assessment (to gauge suitability for the role)
Stage 2: Online Assessment Centre (OAC)
Assesses key behaviours, strengths, and abilities including:
- Communication & influencing
- Quality service management
- Effective decision-making
- Empathy and care
Stage 3: Medical & Fitness Assessment
Testing:
- Clarity of eyesight (with/without corrective glasses)
- Hearing ability
- Health screening (blood pressure etc.) Sponsorship notes: While visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates, there is no guarantee under the current circumstances.
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Timeline Notes
- Merit-based jobs use a scoring system – the highest scores are offered first.
- Score valid for 12 months (after, reapply).
- Reapplication restrictions: If you fail in any stage, a six-month cooling-off period applies.
For Veterans: Guaranteed Interview Scheme
The Civil Service’s Veterans Employment Scheme supports eligible former servic e personnel in securing opportunities. For more details, visit: gov.uk/veteransinitiative
Washington for Redundancy (Redeployment Scheme)
Civil Service guidelines promote redeployment opportunities before any redundancies. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) will interview eligible candidates meeting minimum criteria to explore open roles not involved in promotions.
Person Specification (Additional Criteria)
- Must communicate confidently in English (or Welsh in specified Welsh roles).
- Ability to withstand physical demands.
- Must understand and comply with the Civil Service Code.
Supporting Resources
- Supporting researches: Attached PDF document: dd Safe Decent and Secure
- Job Reference: 19430
- Closing date: 23rd July 2026
- Medical check detailed requirements: HMP Medical Guidance
Feedback, Queries & Assistance
Forquestions:
- Email: MoJ-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com
- Enquiries Team: 0345 241 5358 (Monday to Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm)
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- Essentially job aspirants will pass criminal record and vetting checks under baseline personnel security standards.
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