Prison Officer - HMP Swinfen Hall

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 9 May 2026
LOCATION
Lichfield
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£38,003 / year
CATEGORY
Security
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Communication Influencing Decision-making Care and understanding Resilience Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Prison Officer - HMP Swinfen Hall

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a dedicated Prison Officer for HMP Swinfen Hall in Lichfield, Staffordshire. This is a unique role where you'll protect the public and make a positive impact on prisoners' lives. No previous experience required—full training provided. Salary from £33,746 to £38,003 per year plus benefits.

Job Details

Location: HMP Swinfen Hall (YOI), Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9QS

Starting salary: £35,875 (including 20% unsocial)

Working hours: Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working

Closing date: 13-May-2026

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a Disability Confident employer and offers reasonable adjustments.

About the Role

As a Prison Officer, you'll work directly with prisoners, acting as a peacekeeper, counsellor, and teacher. You'll build constructive relationships, ensure safety, and support rehabilitation. This fast-paced role requires resilience, excellent communication, and teamwork. You will work various shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Requirements

  • Minimum age 18
  • Meet Civil Service nationality requirements
  • Pass medical and fitness assessment
  • Required eyesight and hearing standards
  • No offensive tattoos
  • Essential skills: communication, influencing, decision-making, care and understanding

Benefits

  • 25 days annual holiday (rising to 30 after 10 years)
  • Paid public holidays plus 1 extra privilege day
  • Civil Service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%
  • Cycle to work scheme, travel loans and other benefits

How to Apply

Apply through the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] careers portal. The application process includes online tests (stage 1 and stage 2), followed by an online assessment centre. Successful candidates will undergo a medical and fitness test. For assistance, call [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Please quote job reference 17017.

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