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Job description

If you want a challenging and rewarding job working in a unique environment, then join the Prison Service and make a real difference. Prison is a complex working environment which is both challenging and rewarding. Challenging in terms of the individuals who will be in your care; rewarding, because you will have the opportunity to make a difference as you challenge and support them to change. We are looking for individuals who are motivated, courageous, respectful, resilient and compassionate; people who want to work as part of a professional team in a dynamic environment. If you believe you have what it takes, then why not join the Northern Ireland Prison Service. .

Responsibilities

• The secure supervision of prisoners while on court premises;
• Undertaking designated duties in court within the court proceedings (to include the roles of dock officer, assistant dock officer, etc.);
• Interacting with NI Court Services and the Judiciary as well as legal representatives and other professionals;
• Completion of the necessary documentation in connection with the conveyance of prisoners to and from courts;
• For further information on the responsibilities of a PCO. Please refer to the Candidate Information Booklet

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Applicants, must by the closing date for applications: 1. Hold a valid full Category B Car Driving Licence which enables the post holder to drive in the UK.
• 2. Have no more than 3 current active penalty points.
• 3. Have not been disqualified from driving in the last four years.

Further Information

NICS Application form only, Vacancy closing date Friday 17th May at 12 noon The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications from Roman Catholics, women, young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are particularly welcome for this post. ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT

Application Information

Visit the recruitment service website www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote reference number: IRC302475)