50% of professionals earn between £31,849 - £34,262 GBP
The median salary is £33,746
The average salary for a Prison Officer in United Kingdom is GBP 33,746 - GBP 34,262 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 34,004 per year, based on 1,598 active job listings.
The cities with the most Prison Officer job opportunities in United Kingdom are Durham, Aylesbury, London, Manchester, Cambridge. Durham leads with 20 job openings.
Leading employers for Prison Officer roles in United Kingdom include HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).
Explore 1,598 Prison Officer job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.