HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
Prison Officer - HMP Whitemoor
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Prison Officer - HMP Whitemoor
Prison Officer Opportunities – HMP Whitemoor
An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.
We’re looking for prison officers who protect the public and help transform lives through empathy, strength of character, and resilience.
About the Role
You’ll play a vital role in a challenging yet rewarding environment, working alongside offenders to ensure safety and facilitate rehabilitation.
Key Responsibilities
- Work in a variety of shifts, including weekends, as required by the service.
- Maintain security, discipline, and order within the prison.
- Build constructive, positive relationships to support offenders at critical stages of their rehabilitation.
- Advise and assist with personal development, including education and counselling.
- Play the roles of a peacekeeper, counsellor, and mentor, adapting to diverse, unpredictable situations every day.
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What We’re Looking For
- Integrity and strength of character: Individuals who take responsibility and uphold professional standards.
- Empathy and self-confidence: The ability to form meaningful connections with offenders, even when they are at their lowest point.
- Strong communication skills: Valued across retail, education, and military backgrounds for their ability to relate to others.
- Team player mentality: Full commitment to the prison service team, with the understanding that every role contributes to collective safety and success.
What We Offer
- £33,746 - £38,003 salary bracket, with exceptional training for on-the-job success.
- Career progression, including opportunities to specialise in areas such as offender rehabilitation, crime prevention, or educational support.
- 25 days annual leave, plus additional public holidays.
- Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work scheme for sustainable commuting.
- Unparalleled personal fulfilment: The inherent satisfaction of helping an offender rebuild their lives, an experience unlike any other career.
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