Prison Officer inAddiewell inAddiewell PUBLISHED TUE 14 JAN 2025

EMPATHY GYM HMP PARKING PENSION ROLE MODEL

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Meaningful and Purposeful Work, As a Prison Custody Officer, you play a vital role in rehabilitating individuals and making a tangible difference in their lives and the community.

Attractive Starting Salary, The position offers a competitive starting salary of £30,446.25, with annual salary increases over five years.

Comprehensive Benefits Package, Includes perks such as free meals and parking, on-site gym access, life assurance, BUPA healthcare, and pension schemes.

Robust Training and Career Development, You will receive comprehensive paid training, including an 8-week program to prepare you for the role, along with opportunities for career progression.

Opportunity for Overtime, There are ample opportunities for overtime, allowing you to increase your earnings and gain additional experience.

Supportive and Inclusive Workplace, HMP Addiewell promotes equal opportunities and celebrates diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Challenging Yet Rewarding Environment, The role offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards, allowing individuals to develop resilience and strong communication skills while positively impacting lives.

The role of a Prison Custody Officer at HMP Addiewell with Sodexo offers a fulfilling career dedicated to rehabilitation and community safety. The position comes with a starting salary of £30,446.25, increasing annually over five years, alongside benefits such as free meals, parking, access to an on-site gym, and extensive training. Responsibilities include ensuring prison safety and security, supervising inmates, fostering respectful relationships, and supporting rehabilitation programs. Candidates with various backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as the firm values diverse experiences and provides an 8-week fully paid training program for new hires starting in April 2025.

Successful applicants will demonstrate qualities such as resilience, empathy, and strong communication skills, and will be tasked with managing challenging situations while promoting a positive environment. The company emphasises equal opportunities and inclusivity, actively seeking candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Interested individuals must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.

SECURE THE PRESENT, SHAPE THE FUTURE

Transform Lives as a Prison Custody Officer at HMP Addiewell!

Looking for a career with real purpose? Join us at HMP Addiewell as a Prison Custody Officer and become part of a dedicated team committed to rehabilitation, security, and making a tangible difference in our community.

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What We Offer

Starting salary: £30,446.25, with annual increases over 5 years.
Training for this intake will start April 2025.
Free meals, parking, and on-site gym access.
Overtime opportunities.
Comprehensive paid training and career progression.
Life assurance, BUPA healthcare, and pension schemes.
For more benefits, see the attached guide.

Whether your background is in teaching, social care, retail, or elsewhere, if you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding career, we want to hear from you.

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What You'll Do

This role isn’t for the faint-hearted—it’s challenging, rewarding, and full of purpose. You’ll work with individuals facing complex challenges, maintaining safety and order while contributing to their rehabilitation journey.

Daily responsibilities include:

Ensuring safety, security, and discipline in the prison environment.
Supervising daily routines, activities, and prisoner movements.
Building professional relationships to foster a respectful atmosphere.
Managing challenging situations with professionalism and resilience.
Supporting rehabilitation programs to encourage positive change.

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Is This You?

The right mindset and behaviours are what matter most. To thrive as a Prison Custody Officer, you’ll need:

Calm Under Pressure: Handle tense and unpredictable situations with a steady hand.
Empathy and Respect: Build rapport while maintaining authority.
Integrity: Be a role model for fairness and accountability.
Resilience: Stay focused and adaptable in demanding situations.
Strong Communication: Tackle difficult conversations with confidence and tact.
Team Spirit: Work collaboratively to ensure a safe and efficient environment.

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Training and Support

No experience? No problem. Our 8-week fully paid training program will equip you with everything you need, from conflict resolution techniques to practical on-the-job skills. Training for this role begins in April 2025—don’t miss out!

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The Application Process

After submitting your application:

We’ll conduct a pre-screening call within a few days.
Successful candidates will attend an assessment centre at HMP Addiewell.

All offers are subject to full security clearance. Please note, you must:

Be 18 or older.
Be eligible to work in the UK (sponsorship not available).

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About The Company

We're all about building a workplace for the future. We believe in equal opportunities and celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and everyone can be the best versions of themselves.

We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

Disability Confident Leader Employer

We are committed to changing attitudes towards disability and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

To be considered for an interview via this route, you must:

Have a disability defined by the Equality Act 2.
Provide evidence in your application that you meet the minimum criteria in the job description.
Meet all of the qualifications, skills, or experience defined as essential.

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