13234 - Security Officer

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

Job summary

A leading Scottish university is seeking three full-time Security Officers to provide 24/7 security coverage. The role includes patrolling the campus, responding to incidents, and offering welfare support to students and staff. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills and remain calm under pressure.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Patrol the University on foot and in vehicle.
• Assist in the control room.
• Provide immediate support during incidents.
• Respond to fire and intruder alarms.
• Provide welfare support for students and staff.

Skills

Excellent communications skills

Able to remain calm under pressure

Good listener

Full driving license

Computer literate

Good attention to detail

Job description

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

CSG / Estates Department / Security Department

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Open-ended (permanent)

We are seeking three full time Security Officers to join the Security Department at the University of Edinburgh.

The Opportunity

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.

Your 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.