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