A degree is needed for direct entry into the Accelerated Promotion Scheme but HNDs would be acceptable for normal entry at Prison Officer grade. This is sometimes possible A degree is necessary for the Accelerated Promotion Scheme. Subsequent promotion to Governor grades is possible but rare. Experience Pre-entry experience is not needed Although not essential, management experience may be useful to entry to the Accelerated Promotion Scheme. Special entry requirements For the APS, management potential is sought.
Physical fitness is important.
A prison record will exclude. Requirements are under review and contracted-out prisons may have their own entry requirements. Contracted-out prisons may have different age limits. Competition For the Accelerated Promotion Scheme there are about 65 applicants per place. Normal entry competition is very keen due to lower entry qualification level.