Prison Officer - HMP Long Lartin

Prison Officer - HMP Long Lartin

Location: HMP Long Lartin, South Littleton, Evesham, Worcestershire WR11 8TZ.

Salary

Starting salary: £35,875 per year (39 hour week, 20% unsocial). Options include 37 or 41 hours a week (see salary table).

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

Responsibilities

• Protect the public and maintain the safety and security of the prison.
• Support and work with prisoners, building constructive and professional relationships.
• Act as part of the prison team, supporting colleagues and working various shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Carry out duties that may include peace keeping, counselling, training or teaching roles.

Qualifications & Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Meet Civil Service nationality requirements.
• Pass a medical and fitness assessment, including eyesight and hearing tests.
• Have a valid UK residence certificate of the last 3 years for CTC vetting.
• Acceptable tattoo policy; facial tattoos are generally not permitted.

Benefits

• 25 days' annual holiday (increasing to 30 days after 10 years of service).
• Paid time off for public holidays and an extra privilege day.
• Civil Service pension - employer contributions of 28.97%.
• Cycle to work scheme, travel loans and other benefits.

Working Conditions

Prisons operate 24/7; shifts include evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.

Prisoners may be at the lowest point in their lives; empathy, resilience and good communication are essential.

Equal Opportunities

The Civil Service is a committed equal opportunity employer.