Prison Custody Officer
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | YO41 1FZ |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 92866 |
Summary
Prison Custody Officer - HMP Millsike
-Location: HMP Millsike, YO41 1FZ
-Salary: £36,540 + benefits
-Hours: Full time, average 42 hours per week across a variety of shifts (including nights and weekends). We aim to provide fair and predictable scheduling to support work-life balance.
Ready to make a real difference?
At HMP Millsike, we're looking for empathetic, resilient, and collaborative individuals to join our team as Prison Custody Officers. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help shape lives, promote rehabilitation, and ensure safety within a supportive environment.
HMP Millsike is a brand-new prison dedicated to transforming lives through a contemporary, evidence-based approach. Our vision is to protect the public while fostering rehabilitation and personal growth. We aim to create a vibrant community where individuals develop skills and resilience for successful reintegration into society.
Why We Need You
We welcome people from all backgrounds who bring unique strengths—empathy, communication, and problem-solving—to support prisoners through challenging times and help them prepare for a positive future.
What You'll Do
-Working directly with prisoners to make a positive impact.
-Maintain safety and security for prisoners, staff, and visitors.
-Support prisoner care and rehabilitation using a trauma-informed approach.
-Promote safer custody and reduce violence, creating a restorative environment.
-Assist prisoners in preparing for release, working closely with health services, probation, and other professionals.
-Supervise daily activities and work assignments.
-Communicate effectively, adapting your style to build trust and understanding.
What We're Looking For
-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
-Commitment to fairness, respect, and rehabilitation.
-Ability to interact empathetically while maintaining professional boundaries.
-Physical and mental resilience for a dynamic environment.
-Dedication to safety, dignity, and diversity.
Why Join Us?
-Comprehensive training and ongoing development.
-A supportive team environment that values diversity and inclusion.
-Opportunities for career progression.
-Health and Wellbeing support.
-33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Job Requirements
-You must be eligible to work in the UK.
-This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules.
-This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to HMPPS security clearance screening which includes a 10 year checkable history, financial and social media checks.
-Good understanding of Maths and English, which will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.
-Moderate level of physical fitness.
-Meet the required eyesight standard in both eyes (both with and without corrective lenses) and have a suitable standard of hearing (without the use of hearing aids).
-Travel to work - HMP Millsike is in a rural location with limited access to public transport, access to own transport is beneficial as shift start and finish times are fixed due to the strict prison regime timings.
-Location: HMP Millsike, YO41 1FZ
-Salary: £36,540 + benefits
-Hours: Full time, average 42 hours per week across a variety of shifts (including nights and weekends). We aim to provide fair and predictable scheduling to support work-life balance.
Ready to make a real difference?
At HMP Millsike, we're looking for empathetic, resilient, and collaborative individuals to join our team as Prison Custody Officers. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help shape lives, promote rehabilitation, and ensure safety within a supportive environment.
HMP Millsike is a brand-new prison dedicated to transforming lives through a contemporary, evidence-based approach. Our vision is to protect the public while fostering rehabilitation and personal growth. We aim to create a vibrant community where individuals develop skills and resilience for successful reintegration into society.
Why We Need You
We welcome people from all backgrounds who bring unique strengths—empathy, communication, and problem-solving—to support prisoners through challenging times and help them prepare for a positive future.
What You'll Do
-Working directly with prisoners to make a positive impact.
-Maintain safety and security for prisoners, staff, and visitors.
-Support prisoner care and rehabilitation using a trauma-informed approach.
-Promote safer custody and reduce violence, creating a restorative environment.
-Assist prisoners in preparing for release, working closely with health services, probation, and other professionals.
-Supervise daily activities and work assignments.
-Communicate effectively, adapting your style to build trust and understanding.
What We're Looking For
-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
-Commitment to fairness, respect, and rehabilitation.
-Ability to interact empathetically while maintaining professional boundaries.
-Physical and mental resilience for a dynamic environment.
-Dedication to safety, dignity, and diversity.
Why Join Us?
-Comprehensive training and ongoing development.
-A supportive team environment that values diversity and inclusion.
-Opportunities for career progression.
-Health and Wellbeing support.
-33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Job Requirements
-You must be eligible to work in the UK.
-This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules.
-This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to HMPPS security clearance screening which includes a 10 year checkable history, financial and social media checks.
-Good understanding of Maths and English, which will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.
-Moderate level of physical fitness.
-Meet the required eyesight standard in both eyes (both with and without corrective lenses) and have a suitable standard of hearing (without the use of hearing aids).
-Travel to work - HMP Millsike is in a rural location with limited access to public transport, access to own transport is beneficial as shift start and finish times are fixed due to the strict prison regime timings.