...grow. I was completely new to the area when I joined, but I wanted a new challenge and change. I’ve worked my way up to managing the PE department and...
...for the hard work that I had done. What would you say to new starters joining the prison service? I would definitely say the apprenticeship is great for new staff...
...supervising prisoners to learn new skills. If you're looking for a catering job where you can make an impact far beyond the kitchen, read on to see what one of...
...is one of the key reasons why people reoffend. Having opportunities – while in custody – to access training and learn new skills to increase their employability, can play a...
Before any prison officer is ready to start their new career in the prison service, they receive Prison Officer Entry Level Training (POELT) to prepare them for the job ahead....
...at HMP Preston, a Category B prison. Before joining the prison service I was studying and working part-time, so I was looking for a long-term career. I knew that I...
...help achieve this, HMPPS have introduced a new key worker scheme where every prison officer will have around 5-6 prisoners to manage on a one-to-one basis. If you’re considering becoming...
...particularly focus on teaching new staff how to encourage positive behaviour in challenging men. My advice to new recruits or those interested in becoming a prison officer is to remember...
...the Army was to spend more time with my family, so it wasn’t long before I was looking for a new job with better hours. A better work-life balance and...
...enjoy it. Looking for a new challenge, I came across the case administrator role within the prison. I drew on the skills I had gained from my previous admin roles...