Prison Officer - HMP Norwich

Job Overview

As a Prison Officer at HMP Norwich you will protect the public and help make a positive impact on prisoners' lives. You will work in a fast paced environment, building constructive relationships, supporting colleagues, and managing various shift patterns including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and ensure the safety of staff and prisoners.
• Act as a peacekeeper, counsellor, and teacher when required.
• Support prisoner rehabilitation and contribute to their welfare.
• Work as part of a team to keep the prison safe and running smoothly.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Meet the Civil Service nationality requirements.
• Pass a medical and fitness assessment.
• Meet the required eyesight and hearing standards.
• Have no offensive or threatening tattoos; facial tattoos must be for cultural, religious, or medical reasons.

Pay & Benefits

Initial training hours: 37 per week. Post training, you may choose 37, 39 or 41 hours per week. Salary figures (no allowances shown):

• 37 hours = £34,928 per year
• 39 hours = £36,816 per year
• 41 hours = £39,334 per year

Benefits include: 25 days annual holiday (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service), public holiday pay, one extra privilege day, Civil Service pension with 28.97% employer contribution, cycle to work scheme, travel loans and other benefits.