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Prison Officer Job in UK with Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship (2026)

Prison Officer Job in UK with Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship (2026)

HMP Swaleside, Kent, Surrey, Sussex

If you’re an African in the UK or planning to relocate, this is one of those UK Government jobs that occasionally offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship — but you must understand the requirements clearly.

🔒 Prison Officer Role – UK Government (HMP Swaleside)

HMP Swaleside is currently recruiting Prison Officers under the UK Civil Service.

This is a serious frontline public safety role where you’ll work with inmates to maintain order, support rehabilitation, and protect the public.

💼 Job Summary

  • Role: Prison Officer
  • Employer: UK HM Prison & Probation Service (Civil Service)
  • Location: Isle of Sheppey, Kent (South East UK)
  • Salary: £37,246 – £41,503 per year (depending on hours)
  • Full-time: 37–41 hours per week
  • Shifts: Days, nights, weekends, public holidays (rotational)

🌍 Visa Sponsorship (Important for Africans)

  • This role may offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
  • Sponsorship is NOT guaranteed
  • You must:
    • Already have legal right to work in the UK OR qualify under Skilled Worker visa rules
    • Meet Civil Service nationality requirements
    • Pass background checks, medical and fitness tests

👉 Always confirm sponsorship status before applying — don’t assume.

🧠 Who This Job is For

This is not a casual job. You need:

  • Strong communication skills (very important)
  • Emotional control under pressure
  • Physical and mental resilience
  • Ability to make quick, sound decisions
  • Teamwork mindset

💡 No formal degree required — but attitude matters more than certificates.

✅ Basic Requirements

You must:

  • Be 18+ years old
  • Pass medical + fitness assessments
  • Meet vision and hearing standards
  • Pass security/background checks
  • Be willing to work shift patterns
  • Meet Civil Service nationality/work eligibility rules

⚠️ Some high-security roles require UK residency history (e.g. 3 years)

💰 Benefits

  • Civil Service pension (up to ~20%)
  • 25 days annual leave + public holidays
  • Paid training and career progression
  • Extra shift allowances
  • Stable UK government employment pathway

🧭 Application Process

  1. Online application
  2. Initial judgement & numerical tests
  3. Behavioural assessments
  4. Online assessment centre
  5. Medical + vetting checks
  6. Final offer

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⚠️ Final Advice (Very Important)

  • Don’t rely on “visa sponsorship” headlines alone
  • Always verify on official UK Civil Service pages
  • Prepare for strict background checks and fitness tests
  • This job is stable but demanding — not office-only work

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To apply for this job please visit jobs.justice.gov.uk.

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