Prison Officer – HMP Highpoint

Company: HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS)
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Location: Little Thurlow
Job Description:

His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.

An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you.

Prison officer opportunities

HMP Highpoint

£35,746 – £40,003

Responsibilities

  • Protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
  • Work in a fast‑paced environment where no two days or situations are the same.
  • Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders at the lowest point in their lives.
  • Act as part of one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe.
  • Work various shifts and weekends.
  • Carry out a range of roles – from peacekeeper to counsellor or teacher.

Qualifications & Background

  • Integrity, skills and strength of character.
  • Empathy, self‑confidence and great communication skills.
  • Experience from diverse backgrounds (parent, teacher, retail, armed forces) – not required but valued.
  • Commitment to teamwork and supporting colleagues.

What You Can Expect From Us

  • Great training and opportunities for progression and development, including the chance to specialise in different areas.
  • Good salary and 25 days holiday allowance each year.
  • Childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
  • A sense of achievement when you help an offender get their life back on track.

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Posted: June 12th, 2026