Location HMP Ashfield, Bristol Salary Up to £32,288 per annum Type Permanent. Full time positions, average 40hrs pw What's in it for you? Your starting salary will be £27,300 pa, increasing to £28,350 after 12 months and again to £32,288 after 3 years of service. We are committed to progressing you through your PCO Portfolio or PCO Apprenticeship, which can be completed within 12 to 18 months. We also offer: Opportunity to earn approximately £37,800 including overtime Clear career development pathways into operational management positions Pension scheme Health & Wellbeing Benefits Reward & Recognition scheme Serco discounts including cinema, online shopping, leisure centre memberships Is this the right career for you? Our Prison Officers come with different work & life experiences. We focus on transferrable skills and behaviours: communication, teamwork, resilience, and patience. The rest you’ll learn during your 10-week training course. As a Prison Officer, you ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone around you. You will give prisoners structure, encourage positive choices, and support their rehabilitation journey. Daily Responsibilities Supervising prisoners in all aspects of prison wing activity Overseeing work and education programmes, encouraging participation Handling operational matters like prisoner headcounts and security Managing prisoners at risk of self-harm We operate 24/7, requiring shifts on days, evenings, weekends, nights, and bank holidays with a rota that allows for work-life balance. Preparing for your recruitment journey You’ll complete an online assessment followed by an interview, a role play, written exercise, competency-based interview, and maths assessments. A fitness test includes a Bleep Test, Agility Test, Shield Hold Test, and Grip Test. Upon passing, you’ll attend a 10-week Initial Training Course (ITC) with classroom training and shadowing, leading to a Diploma in Custodial Care and Control and Restraint training. Why Serco? Prison Officers play a vital role in ensuring safety and reducing reoffending rates. Our prisons offer progression into Ops Management or specialist services. You’ll receive training and support from friendly colleagues. This role requires security clearance checks and a 5-year history of employment and education. Application Process Please click to apply. We see people for their performance and potential, encouraging a diverse candidate pool. We support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge.