Firing Security Apprentice

Serco Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is offering a Firing Security Apprentice position at HMP Fosse Way in Leicester. This role involves supporting the installation and maintenance of firing and security systems while working towards a Level 3 qualification. Applicants should have a keen interest in engineering or security systems and meet basic educational requirements. The apprenticeship lasts for 3 years with a salary of £25,466 per annum.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of Maths and English at grade 4/C or above is required.
• Candidates must undergo security clearance vetting checks.
• Interest or experience in engineering, electrical, or security systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery, maintenance, and servicing of firing and security systems.
• Maintain fire alarm systems, CCTV systems, and intruder alarms.
• Develop knowledge and practical skills throughout the apprenticeship.

Skills

Interest or experience in engineering, electrical, or security systems

Maths and English at grade 4/C or above

Education

Level 3 In Fire and Security System

Job description

Title: Firing Security Apprentice
Location: HMP Fosse Way
Working Week: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Apprenticeship Qualification: Level 3 In Fire and Security System
Expected Apprenticeship Duration: 3 Years
Salary: £25,466 per annum

Serco is offering an apprenticeship opportunity for a Firing Security Apprentice based at HMP Fosse Way in Leicester. In this role, you will support the installation, maintenance, and operation of firing and security systems while gaining hands‑on experience and working towards your qualification as part of your apprenticeship.

Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with the wider team to support the delivery, maintenance, and servicing of firing and security systems as part of contracts held by the business, while developing your knowledge and practical skills throughout the apprenticeship.
• Maintenance on fire alarm systems, CCTV systems, intruder alarms.

What you’ll need to do the role

• Maths and English at grade 4/C or above
• Security clearance vetting checks to the required SC level will be performed by Serco for the candidate.
• Interest or experience in engineering, electrical, or security systems

What we offer

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
• Interesting and enjoyable work.
• Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.

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EEO and Diversity Statement

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leaderemployers and holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the Ban the Box pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.