Concierge/Security Officer

Orange Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed music educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Concierge/Security Officer to ensure the safety of its premises. The successful candidate will work full-time on a shift rota, providing security and assisting visitors and staff. A competitive salary of £27,968.05 per annum is offered, along with benefits like gym access and concert tickets. Applications close on 2nd October 2025.

Benefits

On-site gym

Free concert tickets

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a security role is preferred.
• Strong communication skills for dealing with the public.
• Ability to work both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide general security for the school premises.
• Assist and provide directions to staff, students, and visitors.
• Record and log all patrols conducted.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work shifts

Job description

Overview

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Concierge/Security Officer to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in city centre Manchester. Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester.

The job

• This is a full-time position currently working 12 hours per shift worked on a rota of day and night shifts with a requirement to cover colleagues’ leave which will be paid as overtime. Bank holidays will be normal working days dependant on the shift pattern, payment for these days is included in the annual salary.
• To work as a Security Officer on the shift rota, undertaking the provision of general security to the School premises and grounds throughout the year recording and logging all patrols.
• Provide a courteous and professional comprehensive service to staff and students at Chetham’s, Visitors, Contractors and the general public, providing assistance, directions, help and accurate advice.

In return

• Salary – £27,968.05 per annum (Scale Point 17-18)
• The post holder is entitled to paid annual leave of (20 days + 8days ) 6 weeks (6 weeks of 4 days including an allowance for bank holidays) to fit in with the existing shift pattern.
• Benefits include on site gym, free tickets to selected concerts & Cycle to Work Scheme.

Closing date

Closing date: 9am, Thursday 2nd October 2025

Interviews

Interviews will be held in person: TBC

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Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702