Campus Safety and Security Officer (Night Shift)

Goldsmiths, University of London; Lewisham; Presencial; GBP 30 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

22 days annual leave

Six closure days

Pension scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Resumo da oferta

Goldsmiths, University of London, is seeking a Campus Safety and Security Officer (Night Shift) to maintain a safe, welcoming campus for students, staff and visitors. You will patrol the estate, monitor surveillance, respond to incidents, and coordinate with internal teams to uphold safety and service standards.

The role requires strong communication, risk assessment and de-escalation skills, plus fitness to access all areas of campus at night.

Qualificações

• Experience in security operations and incident response.
• Clear communication with staff and students.
• Ability to assess risk and de-escalate conflicts.
• Good physical fitness and mobility to access all campus areas.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct campus patrols and incident response.
• Monitor CCTV and access control systems.
• Coordinate with emergency services and university teams.
• Uphold equality, diversity and student wellbeing.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Campus Safety and Security Officer (Night Shift)

What makes Goldsmiths unique?

Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.

About the department

The Security Department forms part of the Estates & Facilities Directorate and is responsible for delivering a professional, responsive and customer-focused safety and security service across the Goldsmiths estate. Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the team works in partnership with students, staff, contractors and external agencies to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for the University community.

The department provides a wide range of services, including campus patrols, incident response, emergency management, control room operations, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, event support, safeguarding and the coordination of emergency responses. Supporting Goldsmiths’ commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion and community engagement, the Security Team plays a vital role in protecting people, property and assets while contributing to a positive campus experience.

About the role

The Campus Safety and Security Officer play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality, professional security service across the Goldsmiths campus.
The post holder will contribute to ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, visitors, and stakeholders, while upholding Goldsmiths’ values, policies, and commitment to equality, diversity, and excellent customer service.

About the candidate

You will be a highly capable security professional with extensive experience in security operations, incident management and response, within complex and dynamic environments. You will have a strong track record of maintaining safe, secure, and resilient settings through effective monitoring, rapid decision-making, and proactive engagement with staff, students, visitors, and external partners.

You will be able to communicate clearly with students, academics, visitors, and contractors. Be confident in both written and verbal communication and be capable of de-escalating conflict through calm and professional dialogue.

You will demonstrate excellent situational awareness and the ability to assess risk, prioritise actions, and respond effectively to emergency situations.

You will maintain a good levelof physical fitness to respond to emergency and incidents andability to access all parts of campusin a timely manner.

We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 22 days’ annual leave plus six paid closure days (four at Christmas and two at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development and a broad range of wellbeing initiatives such as staff choir, running club, staff networks and creative writing classes.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

At Goldsmiths, University of London, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion shape how we lead, learn, and work. We are committed to building an inclusive and respectful environment, removing barriers and addressing inequalities so that everyone in our community can belong and thrive.

At Goldsmiths, University of London, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion shape how we lead, learn, and work. We are committed to building an inclusive and respectful environment, removing barriers and addressing inequalities so that everyone in our community can belong and thrive.

All applicants must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing work with us.