Operational Prison Support

Overview

Operational Support Grade Driver — Location: Swaleside (Sheppey Cluster). Shift pattern: Full time, Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Pay rate: £12.48 Per Hour, with overtime rate available. A valid UK driving licence is required for this role. Ready to apply? If you\’re looking for a fulfilling role in the justice system, apply today and take the next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Transport prisoners and their escorts to their destination in the cellular vehicle, including Category A Prisoner escorts accompanied by Police.
• Complete weekly and daily vehicle inspection, including any equipment held on board; clean, fill with fuel and take to garage when required.
• Complete driving log and vehicle defect logs.
• Follow set procedures for doors and locks on cellular vehicles and will hold relevant keys.
• Plan routes, including any overnight stays/safe havens and maintain awareness of the call sign for the police radio.
• Stay with the vehicle whilst escorts take prisoner to location.
• Maintain the security of the vehicle at all times, including during overnight stops.
• Search destination before prisoner is released from the cellular vehicle.
• Understand, apply and conform to national and local policies.
• Undertake weekly and daily vehicle inspections including any equipment held on board, taking remedial action where required.
• Transport goods as required including the delivery of recycled goods to recycle outlets.
• Complete all deliveries and collections of items including loading and unloading as per contract.
• Undertake other support services tasks including: Manage entry/exit and searches at the gate; Escort contractors, vehicles, and prisoners; Monitor CCTV, report suspicious activity; Process visitors and oversee mail censorship; Assist with prisoner processing and food delivery.

Requirements

• Good IT skills and a UK driving licence (location-dependent).
• Strong communication and teamworking abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow security protocols.
• A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime options.
• 20 days annual leave + public holidays.
• Access to training and career development.