202605: Prison Officer - HMP Styal

Job Summary

Prison Officer - HMP Styal, Styal Rd, Wilmslow (SK9 4HR). The role is part of the Women's Prison service and involves a range of daily responsibilities within the prison environment.

Salary & Hours

• 37 hours per week: £33,746 a year
• 39 hours per week: £35,875 a year (includes 20% unsocial pay)
• 41 hours per week: £38,003 a year

Benefits

• 25 days' annual holiday (increases to 30 days after 10 years' service)
• Paid public holidays and one additional privilege day
• Civil Service pension with 28.97% employer contributions
• Cycle to work scheme and travel loans

Requirements

• Minimum age 18 years at commencement of employment
• Meet Civil Service nationality requirements
• Pass a medical and fitness assessment, including eyesight and hearing standards
• Tattoos may be permitted provided they are not offensive, discriminatory, violent or intimidating; facial tattoos are generally not acceptable unless for cultural, religious or medical reasons.
• Must hold a suitable right to work in the UK (Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available, subject to eligibility and UK Immigration Rules)

Responsibilities

• Communicate and influence all staff and inmates effectively.
• Manage the provision of a quality service within the prison.
• Make effective decisions and exercise sound judgement.
• Provide care and support to prisoners in line with policy.

Recruitment Process

Applicants will undergo a staged assessment process: an online numerical and judgement test (Stage 1), a values based assessment (Stage 2), an online assessment centre (OAC), written responses to behavioural questions, and a medical and fitness test including eyesight, hearing and health screening. Successful candidates will be offered a role and invited to complete training.

EEO Statement

This vacancy is open to female applicants only, as an occupational requirement exception under Section 9 of the Equality Act 2010. Male applicants are not considered for this role.