Prison Officer - HMP Full Sutton

Overview

Join His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service as a Prison Officer at HMP Full Sutton, a position offering a unique opportunity to protect the public and positively influence individuals' lives. Salary ranges from 33,746 to 38,003 annually.

Role Highlights

As a prison officer, no two days are alike. You will manage diverse responsibilities, which include maintaining peace, providing counselling, and educating prisoners, all within a dynamic and challenging environment. Building constructive, respectful relationships with inmates who may be at difficult points in their lives is essential.

Teamwork and Character

The role demands strong teamwork, with a commitment to supporting colleagues to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and the prison facility. Ideal candidates will bring integrity, strength of character, empathy, self-confidence, and effective communication skills, regardless of their previous careers, such as parenting, teaching, retail, or military service.

Work Hours and Benefits

Working shifts including weekends is required. Benefits include comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, 25 days of annual leave, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Why Join?

Beyond the tangible benefits, this role offers a profound sense of accomplishment by helping offenders to rehabilitate and reintegrate into society—an experience both challenging and rewarding.

Application Process

If you possess the qualities and commitment described, we encourage you to apply and embark on a meaningful career with HMPPS.