Top 10 FAQs on prison officer recruitment - you asked, we answered
We launched the Working in the Prison Service blog about a year ago back in December 2017 and since then we’ve received over 1,000 comments. This is fantastic and we’re...
We launched the Working in the Prison Service blog about a year ago back in December 2017 and since then we’ve received over 1,000 comments. This is fantastic and we’re...
...certain qualities into the role, spot opportunities to use them. Treat the people you work with as individuals, and how you’d want to be treated yourself. Whatever mistakes they...
...third year, finished my final exams in May, and started working in June 1999. I now work as a deputy director at HMPPS HQ. I worked in prisons for around...
...uploading information on so I think you have to retain a sense of perspective; take steps to look after your mental health and maintain good contact with colleagues. I got...
...my interest in the job started during my studies. For me it’s about helping people in the community and protecting the public. Georgie: I worked in a gym before and...
...within a supportive environment. What's more, if you’re interested in progressing to be a prison officer or taking on another prison role, you’ll have access to learning and development opportunities...
...this out. And you know, I can always go back. Was it straightforward to return? Yes, I still had a few people that I knew, working in my old team,...
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...with and against in the prison which is great, some common ground. Even the governors play, it’s amazing. If you’re interested in starting your career in the Prison Service, an...
...and delivery in a place where challenges can crop up at any moment. Good organisation and teamwork are key in every kitchen but in a prison kitchen, you can see...