Prison Custody Officer

6 months ago

Ashford, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time

As a **Prison Custody Officer**, you'll stand at the **forefront of ensuring safety and order** within our facilities. This isn't merely a job; it's an opportunity to become an integral part of a team devoted to rehabilitation, security, and community welfare.

**This vacancy is open to female applicants only as an occupational requirement exception under Sch 9 of the Equality Act 2010. This post is not open to male applicants.**
**No previous experience required**, our comprehensive training program will swiftly bring you up to speed and furnish you with the necessary tools to excel in your role. From shadowing seasoned colleagues to mastering conflict resolution techniques, you'll be fully equipped for the challenges ahead.

**Working as a Prison Custody Officer demands resilience, patience, and a strong sense of duty.** It's not a role for the faint-hearted. You'll encounter individuals from diverse backgrounds, many of whom are facing significant challenges and grappling with the consequences of their actions. Your days will be filled with moments of tension, unpredictability, and occasional conflict.
- Good listener, sensitive, and able to maintain professionalism.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to setting high standards.
- Conducts themselves in a respectful and fair manor.
- High attention to detail and good observation tactics.
- Good interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and self-motivation.
- Capable of working independently or as part of a team, delivering high-quality work without constant supervision.
- Applicants for this position must possess excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Through daily interactions you'll establish rapport with prisoners and witness their progression. It's also about your appetite for learning and your aspirations for career advancement. **Whether you hail from the Armed Forces, Social Care, Support Work, Teaching, Retail, or elsewhere, if you seek a career with transformative potential, explore opportunities with Sodexo.**
**What We Offer**:

- Free meals (if applicable) and parking
- Access to our on-site gym and subsidised gym membership
- Full training and uniform
- Life assurance
- BUPA healthcare
- Pension schemes and much more
- Please see benefits guide attached which outlines all of Sodexo's excellent benefits

**About The Company **At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

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