Description
As a Prison Officer at HMP Wormwood Scrubs, you will play a crucial role in maintaining order and safety within the prison.
You will be responsible for:
- Building constructive relationships with prisoners
- Maintaining discipline and control
- Providing support and guidance to prisoners
- Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the prison
The role requires strong communication and influencing skills, commitment to quality, effective decision-making, and care and understanding.
In return, you will receive a salary of £40,876 - £46,031 per year, depending on your working hours.
Benefits include:
- 25 days' annual holiday (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service)
- Paid time off for public holidays and 1 extra privilege day
- Civil Service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%
- Cycle to work scheme, travel loans, and other benefits
To be eligible, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Meet the Civil Service Nationality requirements
- Pass a medical and fitness assessment
- Meet the required eyesight standard
- Have a suitable standard of hearing
The application process includes online tests and an assessment centre.
If successful, you will be added to a merit list and may be offered a role as a Prison Officer or an Operational Support Grade.