Prison Service Jobs

Custody Prison Officer (CPO) Recruitment
Ref: IRC308341
What makes a person choose to be a Prison Officer?
The role of a Custody Prison Officer (CPO) is both challenging and rewarding. It’s challenging as prisons are complex environments where many of the prisoners will have a history of being involved in crime; some will also suffer from mental illness and addictions.
It’s rewarding because you will have the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives as you challenge and support them to change; playing a key role in making Northern Ireland safer.
If you believe you have what it takes to be a Custody Prison Officer, please apply. It’s not a job for everyone. But then, you’re not everyone.
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This recruitment exercise will be used to fill CPO Operational and CPO Trades vacancies across all NIPS establishments throughout Northern Ireland. Full-time permanent opportunities are available throughout Northern Ireland including: Maghaberry Prison – near Moira; Magilligan Prison – near Limavady; and Hydebank Wood College and Female Prison (near Belfast).
You will undergo extensive training and receive support and guidance in your role. You will have the opportunity to gain accredited qualifications and develop new skills as you work with a range of other statutory and voluntary organisations. You will also have the opportunity to progress through our management structure during a career that will be varied, demanding and enjoyable.

Salary: £29,773 - £39,273 per annum (under review) plus a supplementary risk allowance which is currently £3,924 per annum and a boot allowance of £92.80 per annum.
Making an application
We are looking for individuals from all parts of our community who are motivated, courageous, empathetic and compassionate; people who want to work as part of a professional team in a dynamic environment.
Closing date: 12 noon (UK time) on Monday 25 November 2024.
For more information and to apply, visit our recruitment portal, HR Connect
The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer.