Prison Officer Now Hiring for Positions Commencing in February 2027

Location

HMP Ashfield, Bristol, BS16 9QJ

Salary

Up to £34,670 per annum*

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full-time, averaging 40 hours per week

Now Hiring for Positions Commencing in February 2027

Build a Career That Makes a Difference

At HMP Ashfield, we believe that great Prison Officers come from all walks of life. Whether you have a background in customer service, the military, healthcare, security, education, retail, or something completely different, what matters most is your ability to communicate, show resilience, and positively influence others.

As a Prison Officer, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment while helping individuals work towards rehabilitation and a better future.

Salary & Benefits

Your starting salary will be £29,314 per annum, increasing to £30,442 after 12 months. Once you successfully complete your Prison Custody Officer (PCO) Portfolio or PCO Apprenticeship, which can typically be achieved within 12-18 months, your salary will increase to £34,670 per annum.

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Please Note

From 1st April 2027 the

Salary will increase as follows

Starting - £30,340, increasing to £31,507 after 1 years service – and increasing again to £35,883 after 3 years service or on completion of your PCO Portfolio or PCO apprenticeship qualification)

In addition, we offer

Potential earnings of approximately £37,800 per year through overtime opportunities (based on an average of 4 hours per week, although overtime cannot be guaranteed).

Clear progression routes into Operational Management roles, with salaries ranging from £36,000 to £42,000.

Pension scheme.

Health and wellbeing support.

Employee reward and recognition programmes.

Serco employee discounts including cinema tickets, online shopping, leisure memberships, and Blue Light Card eligibility.

As a Prison Officer, you'll be at the heart of prison operations, helping to maintain safety, security, and rehabilitation within the establishment.

Your responsibilities will include

Supervising prisoners during daily activities on residential wings.

Supporting and encouraging participation in education, training, and work programmes.

Conducting prisoner counts, cell searches, and other security-related duties.

Completing essential operational and administrative tasks.

Managing and supporting prisoners who may be at risk of self-harm.

Building professional relationships that encourage positive behaviour and rehabilitation.

No two days are the same, and your actions can make a genuine difference to people's lives.