Campus Security Officer – Day Shift and Visitor Focus

Vigilant Security; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Vigilant Security invites applications for a Campus Security Officer to join our team at Southampton College. The role is a full‑time mid‑shift position (08:30–14:30, potential 08:00–16:00) with holiday cover and ad hoc hours during non‑term time.

Applicants should hold a DS minimum SIA licence and be prepared to work on a relief basis to cover shifts. We value professional, confident individuals with strong communication skills, who can greet visitors warmly, maintain security, and ensure

Qualifications

• Must have DS minimum SIA security license.
• Professional, driven and customer‑facing mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer literacy and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide a prompt, polite and warm welcome to all visitors.
• Anticipate clients’ needs and ensure expectations are met.
• Be a visible, customer‑focused security professional.
• Maintain high security awareness and perform patrols/inspections.
• Use communications equipment proficiently and report incidents accurately.

Skills

Professional

Flexible

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Computer literacy

Driver's license desirable

Job description

Vigilant Security invites applications for a Campus Security Officer to join our team at Southampton College. The role is a full‑time mid‑shift position (08:30–14:30, potential 08:00–16:00) with holiday cover and ad hoc hours during non‑term time.

Applicants should hold a DS minimum SIA licence and be prepared to work on a relief basis to cover shifts. We value professional, confident individuals with strong communication skills, who can greet visitors warmly, maintain security, and ensure