Prison Custody Officer

Company: Red Snapper Recruitment Limited
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Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for Prison Custody Officers at HMP Millsike.

Prison Custody Officer – HMP Millsike

Make a real difference every day

Are you looking for a purposeful career where your communication skills, judgement and life experience can help people make positive changes? HMP Millsike is recruiting Prison Custody Officers to help create a safe, respectful and rehabilitative environment.

Salary: £37,818.90 | 42 hours per week | Full training provided

Overview of the Role

This is much more than a security role. You will work directly with prisoners, colleagues and partner teams to maintain safety, encourage positive behaviour and support rehabilitation. No previous prison experience is required – we are looking for people with the right values, resilience and attitude.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for prisoners, staff and visitors.
  • Build positive professional relationships and encourage constructive behaviour.
  • Respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations and incidents.
  • Support prisoners to engage with education, work and rehabilitation opportunities.
  • Work closely with colleagues and partner services to support the daily prison regime.

What We Are Looking For

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Resilience, empathy and professionalism.
  • Good judgement and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Confidence to challenge inappropriate behaviour fairly and appropriately.
  • A commitment to teamwork, inclusion and making a positive difference.

Training and Benefits

Successful candidates will complete a fully-funded 9-week Initial Training Course at HMP Millsike.

  • 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays
  • ongoing development
  • wellbeing support
  • a range of employee benefits

The Red Snapper Group is an equal opportunities employer

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Posted: August 28th, 2026