CCTV Operative (0068-25) - Derby, DE22 1GB

University of Derby; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CCTV Operative to enhance safety and security on campus. This role involves managing a control room, overseeing security personnel, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all site users. With a focus on collaboration and effective communication, you will play a vital role in maintaining security standards across multiple sites. Enjoy generous annual leave, a local government pension scheme, and a commitment to your personal and professional development. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holistic wellbeing benefits

Staff discounts at retailers

Discounted onsite gym

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working environment

Commitment to personal development

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grades A-C in Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in team-oriented environments with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment while managing CCTV operations.
• Allocate and oversee tasks for security personnel from a control room.

Skills

CCTV Operations

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Control Room Systems

Job description

CCTV Operative (0068-25) - Derby, DE22 1GB

About the University

We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

Our Campus Life and Student Living department is responsible for essential services that significantly impact the student experience.

Campus Life is all about the various services that enhance the overall student experience, including sports, recreational facilities and community engagement.

Whereas our Student Living teams ensure the safety, comfort and compliance of the University\\\'s residential estates.

Whichever team you become a part of; student experience is our focus!

Our security team are key to the University\\\'s success. Generally being the first interaction our customers and visitors will have with us, the service they receive from you and the team will shape their experience.

About the Role

The full-time working hours for this role are 42 hours per week. The role is on a 24/7 shift pattern consisting of a current 4 on 4 off pattern.

We are looking for an individual who is a customer focussed team player with an eye for detail.

You will be responsible for providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment, whilst encouraging all site users to promote a secure environment through their own conduct. You will also be responsible for providing security control room management services, advice, guidance, and support on all security related matters, across multiple sites, ensuring continued excellence in performance, profile and service at all times. Your role will be key to ensuring excellent security services delivery and pivotal in leading our security teams.

If you think this may be you then please submit your application to join the team.

Upon Appointment, the job title will be \\\'Security Controller\\\'.

The anticipated interview date will be W/C 19th May 2025.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring a solid foundation of academic achievement, holding GCSEs at grades A-C in Maths and English or equivalent qualifications, alongside a full, clean UK driving licence to support operational flexibility. You will have demonstrable experience in team-oriented environments, where collaboration and effective communication were key to achieving shared goals.

You will have worked in a fast-paced control room or security setting, with hands-on experience managing CCTV operations across multiple sites. Your background will include allocating and overseeing tasks for security personnel from a central control room, ensuring resources are deployed effectively to reduce risk. You will have planned and delivered proactive patrol strategies, aligned to specific risk profiles, and adapted them as needed based on dynamic security demands.

Furthermore, you will be proficient in compiling comprehensive reports and briefing materials, as well as conducting initial investigations into security breaches or incidents of crime. Your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure will be essential in contributing to the safety and integrity of the organisation.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Amer Shams, Head of Security via

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via

Important Information

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody\\\'s concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here .

Closing Date: 14 May 2025

Area: Operational Support

Salary: £35,005 to £36,608 per annum based on a 42-hour week including a 20% shift allowance.
(For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £42,100 per annum)