Job type
TemporaryLocation
Wotton-under-edgeWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Maintenance - PrisonsIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£16.04
Lead Escort, HMP Leyhill, Full-time, long-term temporary
Your new company
An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available to join HMP Leyhill as a contractor Lead escort working as part of a third-party company. This company looks after all the maintenance work within this prison.
Your new role
To ensure the safety and safe passage of non-MOJ personnel assigned to you in the capacity of the Lead Escort and overseeing a small team of escorts. To carry out escorting to support the efficient delivery of project work and planned/ minor work tasks as assigned by your line manager.
Escort duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervision of Escorting Staff: Lead and coordinate a team of escorts responsible for accompanying contractors and visitors within secure areas of the prison.
- Security Compliance: Ensure all escorted personnel comply with prison security protocols, including searches, identification checks, and movement restrictions.
- Access Control: Manage access to restricted areas, ensuring only authorised personnel are permitted entry.
- Health & Safety Oversight: Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Incident Reporting: Respond to and report any security breaches, suspicious behaviour, or incidents involving escorted personnel.
- Liaison Duties: Act as the main point of contact between GFSL, prison staff, and external contractors during escorting operations.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of escorted visits, contractor movements, and any incidents or issues.
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday: 8–4.30pm
What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will have:- Experience working in a secure or custodial environment (e.g., prison, detention centre).
- Strong understanding of security procedures and protocols.
- Leadership or supervisory experience.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Basic IT skills for record-keeping and reporting.
What you'll get in return
A competitive rate of pay, access to online training, retail discounts etc...
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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