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Prison Officer - HMP Chelmsford

Department HM Prison & Probation Service
Location Chelmsford
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Grade AO
Salary £34,928+
Closing 3 days
Profession Operational Delivery
Contract Permanent
Working style On-site
Security clearance BPSS
Open to External (open to all)

Prison officers protect the public, help rehabilitate offenders, and maintain safety and security within a correctional facility. Officers work directly with prisoners in a fast-paced and unique environment, acting as peacekeepers, mentors, and sounding boards while building positive professional relationships. Teamwork is essential to support colleagues and handle various daily shift patterns including evenings, nights, and weekends. Candidates must possess high integrity, empathy, and resilience to manage challenging situations and guide individuals through difficult periods.

This job is broadly open to UK nationals, nationals of the Republic of Ireland, Commonwealth citizens, EU/EEA/Swiss/Turkish nationals with relevant status.

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