Prisoner Custody Officer (PCO)
Job Introduction
All female prison HMP & YOI Bronzefield is a unique place. A community of women living together in exceptional circumstances. Each cell a home. Each woman an individual with her own story and her own challenges. Each requiring a unique and supportive approach to her rehabilitation. That’s where you come in.
It takes a special kind of person to work with us – listening, talking, caring, being there – it’s all part of the job. And building relationships in a non-judgmental way to help prisoners change their lives for the better. The safety, security and wellbeing of visitors, colleagues and the women in your care are your priority. And there’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone out of prison and back into work and the world outside.
Please note applications will only be accepted from candidates who have not applied within the last 6 months.
Role Responsibility
Make no mistake though, it’s a challenge. You have to be strong, firm and resilient. You need to maintain boundaries and deal with stressful situations, helping prevent incidents of violence, suicide and self-harm – always with care and humanity. There’s also a strict structure to prison life that you have to work within, on a shift pattern. It’s not for everyone. You’re either born to it, or you’re not.
The Ideal Candidate
We’re not looking for experience but if this sounds like you, get in touch and apply. We’ll provide full training and you’ll be part of a large, supportive team, with career progression opportunities. We’re willing to consider part-time and flexible working arrangements too. A prison that protects communities both inside and outside our walls, we win awards for the quality of our care. So join us and make a difference.
Please note: initial communication will be via email, please monitor your junk and spam folders to ensure you are aware of next stage requirements.
Recruitment process
•Full completion of application form on Sodexo careers website by 19th March 2017 (online questionnaire, CV uploaded and contact details)
•Psychometric testing will be emailed to you on 22 March 2017
•Fitness test (bleep test level 5.4): 1 April 2017
•Online video interview link emailed to you on 3 April 2017
•Second stage interview: 24 - 26 April 2017
•Start Date of course: 12 June 2017 (You are required to complete a mandatory 9 week training course, no annual leave can be taken during this time)
•Number of Jobs Available – 20.
Dates could be subject to change.
Package Description
£21281.25 + £3,453 London waiting + £500 after successful completion of a mandatory 9 week training course. Salary then rises by a further £500 upon completion of 6 month probation period.
Excellent benefits including personal and professional development opportunities, season ticket loans, free meals, free parking, subsidised gym membership, group discount schemes, pension and 28 days holiday.
Flexible and part time hours also available.
Please note: initial communication will be via email, please monitor your junk and spam folders to ensure you are aware of next stage requirements.
About the Company
In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.
