
Security Officer Clitheroe, England
Job description
Job Purpose
The core purpose of the role of cross campus Security Officer is to ensure the security of the Stonyhurst campus and community. This includes buildings & facilities, pupils, parents, staff, contractors and anyone who visits the school campus.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
· To support the Health, Safety & Security Manager in respect of ensuring the safety and security of buildings and people cross campus
· To greet and direct visitors as required. Where necessary accompany visitors to their required location
· To escort contractors to work locations, chaperoning as required
· To establish, where there is doubt, the status / purpose of anyone found on-campus
· To record any incident of trespass or unauthorised presence on site
· To undertake regular foot patrols
· To be a presence around the campus
· To undertake internal and external security checks & patrols
· To monitor the security of the College via CCTV / security cameras
· To assist with road safety on campus, monitoring the traffic systems and car parking
· To be mindful at all times of matters relating to Health & Safety and report any concerns to the Health, Safety & Security Manager
· To assist with gritting procedures in times of adverse weather conditions
· To be responsible for the acceptance of deliveries & deliver to locations
· To produce reports as requested
· To use technology and ICT as necessary for the role
· To provide Reception cover, when required
· To undertake any other duties, commensurate with role, as directed by the Senior Security Officer, the Health, Safety & Security Manager or Bursar
· To cover holidays and sickness of other security officers when required
· To be responsible for granting access to campus
· To respond and assist in the event of a fire alarm activation
Professional and Personal Qualifications
Essential:
· An appreciation of the importance of discretion and confidentiality
· Good ICT knowledge, including e-mail and internet
· A flexible approach to the role, an ability and willingness to respond to the operational needs of the school
· A full driving licence
Desirable:
· Experience of working in a similar environment / role or a genuine commitment to undertake appropriate and relevant training
· A First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training
· A Security qualification or willingness to undertake training
· Ability to deal tactfully and sensitively with pupils, parents, staff, visitors, members of the public
· Ability to work as part of a team but also on own initiative
· Ability to approach situations calmly and politely
· Ability to develop positive professional relationships
· Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
· Good communication skills, both written and verbal
· A willingness to undertake additional shifts if required
This is a full time post based on an average of 33.5 hours per week: Four on, four off, four on, eight off, 12 hour shift pattern. 6.00am - 6.00pm.
Closing date: Friday the 22nd of September 2023
Proposed interview date: W/C 9TH October 2023 however this may be subject to change.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £21,253.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Clitheroe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/09/2023
