Release Support Officer-HMP Dovegate
| Posting date: | 28 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £12500-15000 per annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 December 2025 |
| Location: | Dovegate, ST14 8XR |
| Company: | Serco Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 306069-43811668 |
Summary
Serco Limited
We are looking for a Release Support Officer to join Serco at HMP Dovegate. This role is central to resettlement and pre-release planning, ensuring individuals leaving custody have the essentials they need to begin their next chapter. You will work closely with prison staff, external agencies and the Department for Work and Pensions to provide practical support and guidance on the day of release.
Your work will make a direct difference – from helping someone set up their benefits claim, to ensuring they leave with clothing, food and information about where to access further support. It is a varied and active role where no two days are the same.
Competitive salary with annual reviews.
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
Access to over 1,100 internal courses, apprenticeships and mentoring opportunities.
Wellbeing support including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, Simplyhealth cash plans and discounts at Serco-managed leisure centres.
Savings across 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to travel and entertainment.
Dedicated employee networks and a paid volunteering day each year.
We are looking for a Release Support Officer to join Serco at HMP Dovegate. This role is central to resettlement and pre-release planning, ensuring individuals leaving custody have the essentials they need to begin their next chapter. You will work closely with prison staff, external agencies and the Department for Work and Pensions to provide practical support and guidance on the day of release.
Your work will make a direct difference – from helping someone set up their benefits claim, to ensuring they leave with clothing, food and information about where to access further support. It is a varied and active role where no two days are the same.
Competitive salary with annual reviews.
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
Access to over 1,100 internal courses, apprenticeships and mentoring opportunities.
Wellbeing support including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, Simplyhealth cash plans and discounts at Serco-managed leisure centres.
Savings across 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to travel and entertainment.
Dedicated employee networks and a paid volunteering day each year.
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