HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Prison Officer - HMP Highpoint
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Prison Officer - HMP Highpoint
Prison Officer Opportunities (HMP Highpoint)
£35,746 – £40,003
HMP Highpoint is opened for applications for passionate, resilient individuals to make a positive impact in their community.
About the Role
This is an extraordinary job, offering a unique opportunity to protect the public and aid offenders in breaking the cycle of crime. Your role would be fast-paced, with no two days or situations ever the same. Positioned in HMP Highpoint, you would develop and grow through various pathways in Prison and Probation Services.
Someone like You
There is no typical Prison Officer. Your background could be as diverse as a parent, teacher, retail worker or armed forces veteran. Your integrity, skills, and strength of character will keep this role dynamic and effective.
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Key attributes include:
- Empathy – understanding and build constructive relationships with offenders at vulnerable moments.
- Communication – professional clarity to maintain discipline and encourage change.
- Courage & Resilience – handling challenging situations with composure.
- Teamwork – collaboration to sustain a safe environment for officers, prisoners, and staff.
Note: Shift work, including weekends, is mandatory.
An Extraordinary Opportunity
Every day presents a variety of responsibilities in an unparalleled career. Your duties could span:
- Dispute resolution (Peacemaker)
- Guidance (Counsellor/Therapist role)
- Supporting rehabilitation (Educator/Teacher)
Together, you help transform offenders’ lives while protecting the public.
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What You’ll Gain
- Career growth: Training and development opportunities, including specialisation options.
- Competitive salary: Starting at £35,746, progressing to £40,003.
- Holiday entitlement: 25 days per year.
- Staff benefits:
- Childcare vouchers
- Government-backed retail discounts
- Season ticket loan scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme (tax-free benefits)
Beyond these tangible rewards, you’ll gain finite sense of achievement—helping individuals rebuild their futures and deserving a meaningful career.
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