Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Prison Officers supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
8%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
-40%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Prison Officers need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Digital engagement
- Teamwork
- Writing
- Reading
- Learning
- Problem solving
- Oral communication
- Planning and organising
- Initiative and innovation
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed259 | 1 Year Change6% | 5 Year Change-24% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed255 | 1 Year Change-2% | 5 Year Change-38% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed23 | 1 Year Change-4% | 5 Year Change-26% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed59 | 1 Year Change0% | 5 Year Change-31% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed226 | 1 Year Change10% | 5 Year Change-36% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed243 | 1 Year Change17% | 5 Year Change-59% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed226 | 1 Year Change21% | 5 Year Change-32% |
Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia | Skills SA |