College Guardian(Security), 40 hrs per wk, 36 wks per yr. THURROCK CAMPUS

South Essex College of Further & Higher Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Essex is looking for a College Guardian (Security) to enhance security and environmental care across their multi-site campuses. The role entails monitoring student behaviour, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should possess a valid SIA licence, excellent customer service, and interpersonal skills, along with a critical and flexible mindset. This full-time position offers various benefits, including professional development and free meals during term time.

Benefits

College closure days

Generous pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Free breakfast at most campuses

Free parking

Subsidised eye tests

Contribution to flu injections

Cycle to work schemes

RAC discounts

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence required and must be maintained during employment.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to security and environmental care throughout the college.
• Monitor student behaviour and ensure a safe environment.
• Work in partnership with support services and academic departments.

Skills

Customer service skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work flexibly

Job description

College Guardian (Security)

40 hrs per week, 36 weeks per year, Thurrock Campus.

This post represents an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the security and environmental care throughout a multi‑site College. The role plays an active part in monitoring student behaviour and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all. Working in partnership with Support Services and Academic Departments, customer service skills are essential with the ability to work flexibly and under pressure. The role requires a critical thinker, with excellent interpersonal skills and an innovative and proactive approach.

Postholder must have a valid SIA licence and be willing to retain this throughout the course of their employment. Driving licence and availability to a vehicle will be required. Please see the role specification for full details.

Benefits

• College closure days
• Pension – generous college contribution
• Continued professional development
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time)
• Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit
• Other benefits such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more

Please note: South Essex College is closed for the festive period from Wednesday 24th December 2025, reopening on Friday 2nd January 2026. During this time, emails will not be monitored.