Prison Custody Officer

G4S; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security provider is seeking a Prison Custody Officer for HMP Oakwood in Wolverhampton. This full-time role focuses on maintaining safety and supporting prisoner reintegration. The position offers a salary starting at £31,216.64, increasing after training, with comprehensive benefits including training and a pension scheme. No specific qualifications are required, making this an excellent opportunity for interested candidates.

Benefits

Company Pension

Free on-site parking

Staff canteen

Free uniform

Blue Light card for extensive discounts

Extensive training and development

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications or relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, secure, and structured environment.
• Ensure prisoners receive a routine and are engaged in education and work.
• Support prisoners’ re‑integration into society.
• Treat all prisoners with dignity and respect.
• Contribute to the overall safety and wellbeing of staff and prisoners.

Job description

Position

Prison Custody Officer – HMP Oakwood, Wolverhampton, WV10 7QD

Salary: £31,216.64* rising to £32,535.79 per annum after 2 years service

Employment type: Permanent, Full Time – 40 hrs per week, various shifts

Benefits: Company Pension, free on‑site parking, staff canteen, free uniform, Blue Light card for extensive discounts and extensive training and development.

About the role

We are seeking Prison Custody Officers for our Residential House Block. This role is key to the effective running of our prison and involves working with a diverse team. No specific qualifications or relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, secure, and structured environment.
• Ensure prisoners receive a routine and are engaged in education and work.
• Support prisoners’ re‑integration into society.
• Treat all prisoners with dignity and respect.
• Contribute to the overall safety and wellbeing of staff and prisoners.

Training and Development

Your initial 9‑week training includes Control & Restraint, First Aid, Interpersonal Skills and Health & Safety.

Salary during training: £27,314.56, increasing to £31,216.64 after training.

Equality and Diversity

Equality and Diversity is an important part of G4S Care and Rehabilitation Services. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are a fully inclusive employer. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments for the role or during recruitment.

Other Information

Please note that these vacancies are subject to a 5‑year checkable history and strict vetting standards set by G4S, HMPPS and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You must be eligible to work in the UK and provide employment and education history for the last 5 years for security screening. If you currently have a live application in progress with us, you need not apply again.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Security and Investigations