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Detention Officer

Detention officers play a crucial role in maintaining safety and security within detention facilities across the UK. This career offers a unique blend of responsibility, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals in custody. With a growing demand for skilled professionals in this field, now is the perfect time to consider a career as a detention officer.

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    Sodexo Justice Services
    Sodexo Justice Services manages secure facilities and provides rehabilitation services across the UK.Recruitment Portal
    The GEO Group UK
    The GEO Group UK operates secure facilities and provides rehabilitation services, focusing on safety and security.Recruitment Portal

Top UK Graduate Employers

    HM Prison and Probation Service
    The HM Prison and Probation Service is responsible for managing prisons and probation services in England and Wales.Recruitment Portal
    Serco
    Serco is a leading provider of public services, including detention and rehabilitation services across the UK.Recruitment Portal
    G4S
    G4S is a global security company that provides detention services and manages secure facilities in the UK.Recruitment Portal