Working in the Prison and Probation Service

Kim's work in approved premises over the festive period

Ministry of Justice, 22 December 2023 - Probation

We find out what it is like to work in approved premises over the festive period, and the rewarding nature of the work. We spoke to Kim, a business manager for approved premises in the South West region. With over …

Nicola's return to the probation service

Ministry of Justice, 8 December 2023 - Personal stories, Probation

Nicola's return to the Probation Service The Probation Service is encouraging qualified probation officers who have left the Service to consider returning and to check out the flexible working and great benefits on offer to those working in these important roles. …

From crafting mosaics to creating better futures

Ministry of Justice, 27 October 2023 - Black History Month, Career progression, Culture, Personal stories

From crafting mosaics to creating better futures Being in the Civil Service for 15 years, Myra didn’t quite start her journey like most do. It was her love for mosaics which created her destiny in the Prison Service. Why did …

Making an impact: Working as a probation services officer

Ministry of Justice, 23 October 2023 - Probation

Every day, HM Prison and Probation staff deliver brilliant work that helps keep our communities safe. We asked probation services officer, Jim, to tell us about his extraordinary work with offenders to support them, help reduce reoffending and protect the …

A prison officer with a purpose

Ministry of Justice, 17 October 2023 - Black History Month, Culture, Personal stories, Prison officer

Growing up as an ethnic minority from a deprived neighbourhood, Leroy didn’t see a place for himself in today’s society. That was until he joined the Prison Service. As a prison officer, Leroy feels he now has a purpose - …

Ken's career journey

Ministry of Justice, 9 October 2023 - Black History Month, Career progression, Culture, Personal stories

Throughout October we will be covering Black History Month, sharing stories from those inside the HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). We spoke to HMP Whitemoor’s Kenneth 'Ken' Tangie about his career journey with HMPPS. Ken taught French and English …

Blog Working in the Prison and Probation Service

Michael's Journey: From OSG to Account Manager in the Prison Service (Part two)

Michael's Journey: From OSG to Account Manager in the Prison Service (Part two)

Kim's work in approved premises over the festive period

Nicola's return to the probation service

From crafting mosaics to creating better futures

Making an impact: Working as a probation services officer

A prison officer with a purpose

Ken's career journey

Spotlight: the prison officer online assessment centre

Why working in prison catering is a great career choice

Cooking in Scrubs - A spotlight on working as a prison caterer

From fitting cars to steering prison wings - Jack’s journey

About this blog

Sign up and manage updates

Follow us

A-D guide on prison categories

Comments and moderation

Related content and links

About this blog

Sign up and manage updates

Follow us

A-D guide on prison categories

Comments and moderation