Facilities & Security Officer (Saturdays)

Fashion Retail Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal growth allowance £400 for pro

Flexible leave options

Six months fully paid maternity/adopt

Wellbeing allowance £50 monthly

Pension 5% employer contribution

Job summary

EFI Group is seeking a highly organised Facilities & Security Officer to support the safe and efficient operation of our London College of Beauty Therapy campus. The role involves coordinating facilities and security activities, building maintenance, health and safety compliance, access control, contractor management and day-to-day site operations.

You will work with internal teams and external contractors, maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, visitors and clients, with

Qualifications

• Health and safety training (e.g. Manual Handling, First Aid, CSCS, Fire Safety, or IOSH) is desirable.
• A relevant qualification or background in facilities management, security, estates, or a related discipline is advantageous.
• Experience coordinating activities, contractors, or site services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facilities and security activities for the campus.
• Oversee building maintenance and health and safety compliance.
• Manage access control and contractor management.
• Handle day-to-day site operations with internal teams and external contractors.

Skills

Health and safety training

Facilities management

Security procedures

Contractor management

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Facilities management background

Relevant qualification

Tools

CSCS

Fire Safety

Job description

Education for Industry Group

Part-Time: 0.4FTE, 2 Days - 16 hours per week

Working Pattern: Saturdays plus one additional weekday, to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Permanent

LCBT Academy: 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX and FRA Academy: Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Facilities & Security Officer to support the safe, secure, and efficient operation of our London College of Beauty Therapy campus.

Working with internal teams and external contractors, you will coordinate facilities and security activities, including building maintenance, health and safety compliance, access control, contractor management, and day-to-day site operations.

This is a varied, hands-on role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The successful candidate will be committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, visitors, and clients.

About you

Qualifications

Health and safety training (e.g. Manual Handling, First Aid, CSCS, Fire Safety, or IOSH) is desirable. A relevant qualification or background in facilities management, security, estates, or a related discipline is advantageous.

Experience

Experience working in a facilities, security, estates, or building operations role, with responsibility for coordinating activities, contractors, or site services.

Expertise

Good understanding of facilities management, health and safety requirements, security procedures, contractor management, and compliance within a multi-use environment.

Skills

Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, coordinate multiple activities, maintain accurate records, and respond effectively to operational issues.

Values

Commitment to providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors, with a professional, collaborative, and customer-focused approach.

Why The EFI?

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
• Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
• Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.

Salary

From £11,210 to £11,800 per annum 0.4FTE (pro rata £28,025 to £29,500 per annum 1FTE), subject to qualifications and experience.

Closing Date

8am on Tuesday, 3 November.

Interviews/Recruitment Day

Interviews held on Thursday, 12 November in-person at LCBT Academy: 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX

Please contact [email protected] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.