Prison Officer – HMP Birmingham
Employer: HM Prison & Probation Service
Location: HMP Birmingham, Winson Green Rd, Birmingham B18 4AS
Salary: £33,746 – £38,003 (plus Civil Service Pension contribution of 28.97%)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time / Part-time / Job Share / Flexible Working
Closing Date: 11:55 pm, Friday 22 August 2025
Reference: 420931
Job Description
An extraordinary job, done by someone like you.
Prison officers protect the public and make a positive impact on prisoners’ lives. In this challenging, fast-paced role, you’ll need integrity, resilience, empathy, and strong communication skills. Each day is varied — one moment you’re a peacekeeper, the next a mentor or problem-solver.
Key Details
- Hours & Pay:
- 37 hrs/week – £33,746
- 39 hrs/week – £35,875
- 41 hrs/week – £38,003
- Shifts include evenings, some nights, weekends & public holidays
- 25 days’ holiday (rising to 30 after 10 years) + public holidays + 1 privilege day
- Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution
- Other benefits: Cycle to work scheme, travel loans, development opportunities
Essential Requirements
- Age 18+ at start of employment
- Meet Civil Service nationality requirements
- Pass medical, fitness, eyesight & hearing tests
- Good communication & influencing skills
- Commitment to quality and effective decision-making
- Care, empathy & understanding
- Must have resided in the UK for the last 3 years (for high-security Category A roles)
- Tattoos permitted if not offensive; facial tattoos generally unacceptable unless for cultural/religious/medical reasons
Recruitment Process
- Online Tests – judgement & numerical skills
- Stage 2 Assessment – behaviour & quality checks
- Online Assessment Centre – abilities, strengths, and communication
- Medical & Fitness – UK-based assessment only
Merit-based vacancy: highest-scoring candidates offered roles first. You may remain on the merit list for 12 months.
Right to Work & Visa Rules
Due to changes in the Skilled Worker visa route from 22 July 2025, sponsorship is only possible if you’ve held a Skilled Worker visa continuously before that date. You must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
Apply here: Prison Officer – HMP Birmingham
