Prison Officer at HMP The Mount

Job Title: Prison Officer – HMP The Mount
Organisation: HM Prison & Probation Service
Location: HMP The Mount, Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead HP3 0NZ
Salary: £34,448 – £38,541
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Grade: Administrative Officer
Closing Date: 11:55 pm, Friday 28th March 2025
Vacancy Reference Number: 394662
Number of Positions Available: 20
Working Pattern: Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

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About the Role

Prison officers are tasked with protecting the public while making a positive impact on prisoners’ lives. This role requires individuals with integrity, strong character, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment. Officers support the rehabilitation of prisoners, foster positive relationships, and ensure the safety and security of the facility.

Eligibility

• Must be 18 years old at the point of employment.
• Meet Civil Service Nationality requirements.
• Must pass a medical and fitness assessment.
• Must meet the required eyesight standards (with or without corrective lenses).
• Must have suitable hearing (without the use of hearing aids).
• Tattoos are permitted, but must not be offensive, discriminatory, violent, or intimidating.
• For high-security prisons, candidates must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years.

Essential Skills

• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to make effective decisions.
• A commitment to providing quality care and understanding to prisoners.

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Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £34,448 – £38,541 annually, depending on hours worked.
• Pension: Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
• Annual Leave: 25 days’ holiday, rising to 30 after 10 years of service, plus paid public holidays and one extra privilege day.
• Additional Benefits: Cycle to work scheme, travel loans, and other benefits.

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Selection Process

1. Online Tests: Stage 1 assesses basic judgment and numerical skills; Stage 2 assesses your natural behaviours and qualities.
2. Online Assessment Centre: An in-depth evaluation of your abilities and strengths.
3. Medical and Fitness Test: Includes eyesight, hearing, and health checks.
4. Merit-based Hiring: Applicants will be added to a merit list based on assessment scores. Offers are made to those with the highest scores.

Working Patterns

Prisons operate 24/7, requiring various shift patterns, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays. Shift timings and locations should be considered when applying.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. If you need adjustments for the recruitment process, please notify them in advance.

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For further details and to apply, visit the HM Prison & Probation Service Application Page.