Prison Officer in Stamford Bridge

Due to the security status of this prison, a Counter-Terrorism Check (CTC vetting) will need to be undertaken. Proof that you have been a resident in the UK for the last 3 years is needed to complete the CTC vetting process. Applicants who do not meet the residency requirement will not be able to take up post at this prison. (please refer to CTC section below)

This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules. From 22 July 2025, the Government introduced changes to the Skilled Worker visa route. The department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place.

If you are applying for this role and you have not held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom. The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service. You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria here.

Someone like you

There\'s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our officers come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you\'re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail, the armed forces, or just feel like you\'re a natural people person, you\'ll have the empathy, self-confidence, great communication skills and resilience we want. No matter the challenge, you\'ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with prisoners who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you\'ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, and everyone who works here safe.

You will be required to work various shifts and some weekends.

An extraordinary job

In this unique career, you\'ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you\'re a peacekeeper, the next you\'re a counsellor or a teacher. You\'ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact.

Minimum Requirements

• be at least 18 years old at the point you commence employment
• meet the Civil Service Nationality requirements (see nationality requirements section below)
• pass a medical and fitness assessment as part of the application process
• meet the required eyesight standard in both eyes (both with and without corrective lenses)
• have a suitable standard of hearing (without the use of hearing aids)
• ensure tattoos are not offensive, discriminatory, violent, or intimidating in any way, including facial tattoos unless for cultural, religious, or medical reasons

Additional Information

Due to the security status of this prison, a Counter-Terrorism Check (CTC vetting) is required. Proof of UK residency for the last 3 years is necessary. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be able to take up the post.

This is a merit vacancy, and successful candidates will be placed on a merit list for 12 months. If unsuccessful, a six-month waiting period applies before reapplication.

Medical and fitness assessments must be completed in the UK. Salary depends on weekly hours worked, with options of 37, 39, or 41 hours per week.

Benefits include 25 days\' annual leave (rising to 30 after 10 years), public holiday pay, a Civil Service pension, and other schemes.