What it's really like to work inside a prison | BBC Ideas

Stress and assault are regular features of working life for many prison officers in the UK. So what motivates them - and how do they cope? Subscribe to BBC Ideas 👉 https://bbc.in/2F6ipav Made in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity ***Film contains descriptions of self-harm and attempted suicide.*** If you've been affected by any of the issues raised, help and support is available on the BBC Action Line: https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline/ Made by Bold Yellow Media Ltd Special thanks to Kaigan Carrie at the University of Westminster 00:00 Meet prison officer Paul 00:43 Paul on his first day as a prison officer 01:13 Former prison governor Clare 01:31 Why people become prison officers 02:13 Paul on the daily challenges he faces 02:53 Long-term impact of working as a prison officer 03:50 Paul on his 'life-saving colleagues' ____________________________ Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is to feed your curiosity, to open your mind to new perspectives, and to leave you that little bit smarter. So dive in. Let us know what you think. And make sure to subscribe! 👉https://bbc.in/2F6ipav Visit our website to see all of our videos: bbc.co.uk/ideas #bbcideas #prison #prisoners #prisonofficer