Library Security Officer (GG745)

Norwich Research Park; Norwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 34 days incl Bank Holiday

Pension with life cover

Health and wellbeing facilities

Campus facilities discounts

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

University of East Anglia is seeking a Library Security Officer to work within the Security Department. The role involves safeguarding the Library building, responding to incidents, and ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors overnight. A strong customer focus and communication skills are essential.

The post is part-time with a 2 on, 6 off 12-hour overnight shift from 21:00 to 09:00. Applicants should have a minimum of five GCSEs including Maths and English and hold an SIA Door

Qualifications

• GCSEs (A-C 9-4) including Maths and English.
• SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence required.
• Experience in professional security, customer service or public-facing roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Secure Library building and premises during shifts.
• Provide first-class security and incident response.
• Maintain a safe, secure and sustainable environment for staff and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Security awareness

Risk assessment

Education

GCSE maths & English

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Job description

General Grades (e.g. Catering and Grounds)

Security DepartmentLibrary Security Officer
Ref:GG745Salary on appointment will be £29,254per annum pro rata, with an annual increment up to £30,231per annum pro rata.

This is an exciting time to be joining the UEA Security team with the extensive growth and development in the division currently.

This role will see you operating in the Library building, providing first class security functions.

With a strong customer focus, and working as part of a team, you will look after the safety and security of the building and provide and maintain a safe, secure and sustainable environment for staff and visitors and their property, overnight. You will also act as first responder for incidents and as a point of contact for information.

With a minimum of five GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications or experience), you will have experience of working within a professional security, customer service or public-facing environment. You will also hold your SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence.

You will need excellent communication skills, along with experience of independently managing incidents and achieving effective outcomes and the ability to assess risk and make sound operational decisions with minimal supervision.

The ability to remain calm and professional in all circumstances and to be sensitive to the needs and views of other is essential.

Thispart-time post is available immediately on an indefinitebasis. You will be expected to work a two on, six off 12-hour rotational shift pattern overnight between 21:00 and 09:00.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child Barred List. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Benefits include:

• 34daysannual leaveinclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
• Family and Work-life balance policies including considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Generouspension schemewith life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing : discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shoppingdiscountsto help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact William Ghrairi, Security Compliance Manager,via [e-mail]

General Grades (e.g. Catering and Grounds)

Salary will be £24,685 per annum pro rata.

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