Mobile Area Security Officer – Multi-Site Courts

Manchester Arndale; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance allowance

Overtime pay

Travel support

Funded training

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is looking for an Area Relief Officer to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment across court and tribunal sites. You will oversee access control, monitor activity and respond to incidents, ensuring visitors and staff are supported professionally.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, across sites within a defined radius of your core base. This daytime, multi-site role requires flexibility to cover nearby locations while delivering high standards of

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass an enhanced DBS and BS7858 clearance.
• Valid SIA Licence and relevant security experience.
• Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional, reliable and detail‑focused approach.
• Ability to work across multiple locations and adapt to changing priorities.
• Good understanding of security procedures and health & safety practices.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional, welcoming and customer‑focused service to all court users.
• Control access to buildings, ensuring security procedures are followed at all times.
• Operate security equipment including CCTV, x‑ray machines and handheld metal detectors.
• Conduct searches in line with site procedures.
• Patrol public and restricted areas, maintaining regular communication with control points.
• Respond promptly and effectively to alarms, incidents and security concerns.
• Accurately record and report all incidents and activities.
• Support safe and secure movement of people within the building.

Skills

Right to Work

DBS clearance

BS7858 clearance

SIA licence

Driving licence

Customer service

Communication

Multi-site

Health & Safety

Security procedures

Tools

CCTV

X-ray machines

Handheld detectors

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is looking for an Area Relief Officer to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment across court and tribunal sites. You will oversee access control, monitor activity and respond to incidents, ensuring visitors and staff are supported professionally.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, across sites within a defined radius of your core base. This daytime, multi-site role requires flexibility to cover nearby locations while delivering high standards of