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Prison governors manage prisons, remand centres and young offenders' institutions.
You may be able to start as a prison officer and work your way up with further training and experience. You'll need several years' experience, including line management. You would generally move into senior management jobs and eventually deputy governorship roles, then governor. Companies that run private prisons have their own entry requirements.
Employers are just as interested in what you've achieved throughout your career. Experience in management and excellent communication skills, as well as assertiveness and integrity, are important. You can also apply through the Unlocked Graduates programme. This is a 2-year fast-track leadership development route available to graduates, who:
You'll need:
As part of your day to day duties, you may:
With experience, you could work in a more secure prison or join HM Inspectorate of Prisons. You could also work in the national headquarters of HMPPS. Another option is to work within prison service colleges or training units around the UK.
Neighbourhood wardens work in local communities to reduce anti-social behaviour.
Royal Marines commandos take part in frontline combat, and are sent at short notice to deal with emergency situations.
Merchant Navy deck officers look after the day-to-day running and navigation of ships, and take care of passengers and cargo.
MPs represent people's concerns and interests in the House of Commons.
School crossing patrols help children and adults cross the road safely on their way to and from school.
Soldiers take part in peacekeeping missions, supporting humanitarian efforts or fighting in combat zones around the world.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?PLEASE NOTE: ONGOING start dates.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?Please note: Ongoing start dates
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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