Lead Escort (With Forklift Truck Licence)

Lead Escort (With Forklift Truck Licence)

Location: HMP Highpoint

Shift pattern: Full time, 37 hours Monday to Friday
Pay rate: £15.10 Per Hour, with overtime rate available

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Escort to join the team at HMP Highpoint, supporting the delivery of key prison expansion and capital maintenance projects. This is a non-operational role with no line management responsibilities, but it requires a high degree of accountability, responsibility, and knowledge of site protocols and logistics.

Safety and trust are at the heart of everything we do. Looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real impact? Join our team as a lead prison escort in HMP Highpoint and help create a safer environment while supporting essential work within the justice system.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain incoming FF&E deliveries in the prison stores
• Distribute equipment to relevant areas on site using the forklift truck
• Provide additional escort support during downtime from stores duties
• Support delivery of major prison projects and ensure all activity complies with MoJ procedures and HMP rules
• Monitor contractor behaviour and report any non-compliance with procedures or safety regulations
• Organise and record site access passes, key and radio training, and maintain training records

What you need

• Valid Forklift Truck Licence (essential)
• Experience working in stores or logistics-based roles
• Ability to manage deliveries and distribution of FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) Good communication skills (written & verbal) with basic English & maths knowledge.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A methodical, organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Teamwork skills with the ability to use initiative when needed.
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing circumstances.

Important: A full and comprehensive DBS will be conducted for this role, and photo ID will be required.

What we offer

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• 20 days' annual leave (accrued) plus public holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• A structured and supportive work environment

Apply now

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join our team as a Prison Escort.