Prisoner Custody Officer

Location

Canterbury CT1 1ZA

Role

Join us as a Prisoner Custody Officer (PCO) in Prisoner Escort Custody Services (PECS) where you’ll help keep the justice system safe and secure. In addition to job security you receive:

• Salary: £24,596 (35hrs pw), rising to £25,555 from 1st September 2026
• Further clear annual progression (Year 2: £26,191; Year 3: £26,684; Year 4: £27,180)

We operate 24/6 across early and late shifts – flexibility is essential. Finishing times can be unpredictable; you may need to work beyond your contracted hours. Shifts are set on a rota 12 weeks in advance, giving visibility to plan ahead. Part‑time work may be considered only across full working days; reduced daily hours are not available.

Keep people safe. Keep justice moving.

Duties

As a PCO, you’ll work as part of a team to deliver safe and secure escorting and custody services, ensuring detainee welfare at all t...

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