Welcome... We're pleased you're thinking about joining us. you will no doubt have some questions about us and what we do and this website should help answer them. Vision We’re committed to providing a value for money quality service which will not only meet the needs of 21st century Scotland but leads the way in quality custodial provision. Mission Quality prisoner programmes are key to reducing re-offending rates and thus protecting the public. Our service can make all the difference to making Scotland a safer place. Opportunities Professional prison officers are at the very heart of our vision. We need responsible, confident people with compassion as well as a sense of duty to make the vision work. We provide all the training necessary to start a rewarding new career. Interested? Prison Officer (Operations) recruitment is now a continuous process with periodic provision for each stage of selection.  As such you should be aware that any application may take a number of months to complete process. For an application pack please visit our current vacancy page to download, or call 0131 244 4123.