HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Prison Officer - HMP Full Sutton
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Prison Officer - HMP Full Sutton
Prison Officer Opportunities – HMP Full Sutton
Our fast-paced and unique role demands individuals with integrity, skills and strength of character to protect the public and make a positive difference in people’s lives as a prison officer.
This extraordinary job offers rewarding work with an organisation that values diversity, empathy, and professional growth.
About the Role
Prison officers at HMP Full Sutton play a critical role in ensuring public safety while helping offenders rehabilitate. With every day bringing new challenges, your skills will be constantly tested, keeping the environment secure, positive, and focused on change.
Compensation:
- £33,746 - £38,003 per annum
What You’ll Do
- Protect the public, offenders, and staff through vigilant monitoring and active intervention.
- Foster constructive, professional relationships with offenders, often at their lowest points in life.
- Work collaboratively in a fast-moving environment where teamwork, commitment, and adaptability are essential.
- Perform varied tasks daily—switching between roles as a peacekeeper, counsellor, or teacher.
- Contribute to rehabilitation efforts, aligning with the prison service’s focus on public safety and rehabilitation.
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Working patterns may include:
- Various shifts
- Weekends and on-call requirements
About You
There’s no single "typical" prison officer—we value individuals from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique strengths.
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
✅ Empathy and self-confidence—whether from careers such as parenting, teaching, retail, or the armed forces. ✅ Strong communication skills—capable of building trust and maintaining professional relationships in high-pressure situations. ✅ Commitment to teamwork—you’ll work closely with colleagues to ensure safety and productivity. ✅ Strength and resilience—prepared to handle demanding environments with professionalism.
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What We Offer
Growth & Rewarding Training
- Comprehensive training and mentorship to build your capabilities.
- Opportunities for career progression, including specialisation in areas such as mental health, bail policing, or education.
Competitive Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday allowance each year
- Access to childcare vouchers
- Season ticket loan scheme
- Staff discounts on retail partners
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Personal Fulfiment
- A profound sense of achievement as you help offenders turn their lives around—an experience unmatched anywhere else.
- Work in an environment where purpose fuels every day.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If these qualities resonate with your skills and values, apply now—help us shape jobs that build futures, both for the public and the offenders in our care.
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