Prison Officer - HMP Gartree

Job Details

Full time, part time or job share with flexible working available.

Location: Market Harborough - HMP Gartree, Gallow Field Rd, Leicestershire LE16 7RP.

Job ID: 16814.

Start date: 13 May 2026.

Vacancy type: Pass.

Job Overview

Prison officers at HMP Gartree help protect the public and support prisoners to rebuild their lives. The role is fast paced and offers a range of responsibilities from maintaining security to providing counselling, teaching and support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security within the prison.
• Protect the public by preventing escapes and maintaining order.
• Engage with prisoners to support positive change and rehabilitation.
• Deliver teaching or therapeutic programmes where required.
• Work in shifts, including evenings, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Meet the Civil Service nationality requirements.
• Pass a medical and fitness assessment suitable for a physically demanding job.
• Meet the required eyesight standard with or without corrective lenses.
• Have the right to work in the UK; a skilled worker visa may be available but is not guaranteed.
• Allowed to have visible tattoos provided they are not offensive, violent or intimidating; facial tattoos are generally not acceptable.

Salary

For a 39-hour week (including 20% unsocial) the starting salary is £35,875 per year.

• 37 hours a week: £33,746
• 39 hours a week: £35,875
• 41 hours a week: £38,003

Benefits

• 25 days annual holiday (30 after 10 years).
• Paid time off public holidays and one extra privilege day.
• Civil Service pension with a 28.97% employer contribution.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, travel loans and other benefits.

Recruitment Process

The process includes online tests, an online assessment centre, and medical & fitness assessment.

Equality, Diversity and Reasonable Adjustments

The Civil Service is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to raise concerns if the process infringes on recruitment principles, and reasonable adjustments are available for disabled candidates.

Nationality requirements include UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth nationals, EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and family members with settled or pre-settled status, subject to the EU Settlement Scheme. Academic and citizenship requirements are reviewed during the application process.

Right to work in the UK and legal right to live and work in the Civil Service are compulsory.

Closing Date

13 May :55.

Additional Information

For more details on visa sponsorship, nationality, and vaccination, refer to the official government guidelines.