12445 - Security Officer

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking a full-time Security Officer to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors. The role includes patrolling the campus, responding to emergencies, and providing welfare support. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a full driving license, among other attributes. This is a permanent contract with a competitive salary.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the University on foot and in vehicle.
• Respond to fire and intruder alarms.
• Provide welfare support and guidance to students and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Able to remain calm under pressure

Good listener

Full driving license

Computer literate

Good attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Grade UE03: £23,742 to £25,804 per annum, plus 30% premium band allowance.

Corporate Services Group/Estates Security Department.

Full-time: 35 hours per week.

Open-ended contract: permanent.

1 position available.

The Opportunity

We are seeking one full time Security Officer to join the Security Department at the University of Edinburgh.

The Security department provides 24/7 security cover across the University of Edinburgh. This ensures that students, staff, and visitors are kept as safe as possible and that buildings are kept secure and free from damage.

The Security Officer routinely patrols the University on foot and in vehicle as well as assisting in the control room. They are often the first point of contact for staff and students when a serious incident or crime occurs. They provide immediate support, guidance, and reassurance. Routinely they also respond to fire and intruder alarms.

An integral part of the role is providing welfare support and the subsequent signposting to other agencies. The care of students and staff is at the forefront of the role.

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• Good listener.
• Full driving license.
• Computer literate.
• Good attention to detail.