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THE MAIN DUTIES AND TASKS OF A PRISON OFFICER

As a Prison Officer you will be expected to undertake varied duties and tasks, such as:

• Carrying out security checks and searching procedures
• Supervising prisoners, keeping account of prisoners in your charge and maintaining proper order
• Employing authorised physical control and restraint procedures where appropriate
• Taking proper care of prisoners and their property, taking account of their rights and dignity and their personal responsibility
• Providing appropriate care and support for prisoners at risk of self harm
• Promoting Anti-Bullying and suicide prevention policies
• Taking an active part in rehabilitation programmes for prisoners
• Assessing and advising prisoners, using your own experiences and integrity
• Writing fair and perceptive reports on prisoners.

For futher information and an application form click on the link on the right, complete the form and send it to:-

The Human Resources Officer, Home Department,

Sir Charles Frossard House, La Charroterie, St Peter Port, GY1 1FH

or telephone 01481 717329