Relief Female Security Officer

Carlisle Support Services; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Earn £100 refer a friend

Fully funded SIA top-up training

Quality kit and uniform

Long service recognition

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services is seeking motivated security personnel to join our team. You will conduct searches, assist customers, and uphold a safe, welcoming environment across venues and client sites.

Training will be provided; opportunity for progression exists within cruise operations. Applicants should hold an SIA SG or DS licence, have a minimum of 5 years of verifiable work history, and demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles or willingness to develop those skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old with SIA licence (SG or DS).
• 5 years of checkable work and address history.
• Reliable, punctual, flexible, and smart in appearance.
• Friendly, approachable and professional at all times.

Responsibilities

• Conduct female searches as part of security duties.
• Provide guidance and a friendly point of contact for customers.
• Ensure safety and security of colleagues and customers; provide reassurance.
• Be proactive, smart and approachable as a security representative.
• Manage incidents effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• Conduct security patrols, control access points, and deter unauthorized activity.
• Build strong relationships as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Punctuality

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

SIA Guarding or Door Supervision licence

Job description

The Benefits

• Flexible hours to suit your needs - you choose when you work.
• Flexible financial supportwith instant access to earned and authorised wages.
• Full induction and ongoing training to help you thrive in your role.
• Quality kit and uniform - so you feel comfortable and can perform your role effectively.
• Fully funded SIA top-up training from our own team of in-house trainers.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £100 for every person you refer who starts with us.
• Long service and recognition awards - celebrating your achievements.

The Role

We're looking for motivated, approachable, and dependable people to join our team. We're proud to support a diverse workforce and welcome applications from women and people from all walks of life. This role is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to build a fulfilling career in security. Join our team and help to make a positive impact.

We're looking for people who are

• Friendly, approachable, and professional in all interactions.
• Keen to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Experienced in customer-facing roles or interested in building those skills.
• At least 18 years old - licence requirement by the Security Industry Authority.
• Punctual, dependable, flexible, and assured.
• SIA Guarding or Door Supervision licence holders.

Previous experience in security is great, but if you've only recently got your SIA licence that's fine. What's just as important is your enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We will provide all the training and support you need to succeed. Our goal is to help you to become a valued member of the Carlisle team.

Your core responsibilities will include

• Conduct female searches
• Offering guidance, information, and a friendly face as a first point of contact for customers.
• Ensuring the safety and security of colleagues and customers, providing a sense of assurance.
• Being a smart, approachable, and proactive presence as a security representative.
• Managing and responding to incidents effectively while remaining calm under pressure.
• Conducting security patrols, managing access points, and deterring unauthorised activity.
• Building strong relationships as part of asupportive and professional team

Is this you?

• Must have either an SG or DS SIA licence.
• 5 years checkable work and address history.
• Reliable, punctual, flexible, and smart in appearance.
• Friendly, approachable and professional at all times.
• Enthusiastic and motivated to do a great job.
• Ideally some experience within a security environment or a customer service role.
• Able to interact with clients and customers in a positive manner.
• Some experience working within a security environment and working as part of a team.
• Effective people skills, able to interact with clients and customers in a positive manner.

The role is flexible and dependant on cruise operations and your availability. Full training will be provided and there will be potential to progress to a full time position.

Successful candidates will need to provide original documentation for detailed screening and vetting processes.This could include passport, driving licence, utility bill dated in the last 3 months, HMRC letter, original bank statement, birth certificate or a valid share code.

This role is about more than just security. It's about making a difference through supporting our customers in your local community. Providing a warm welcome, reassuring presence, and creating a safe environment for all. Apply today to start your journey toward a career with opportunities for development, and recognition.

About Us

We're proud to work with some of the UK's most iconic brands. Our venues, include Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, and BBC StudioWorks. Join over 5,000 team members delivering security, events, cleaning, and facilities services across the UK.

We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from parents returning to work, career changers, and those with a passion for making a difference.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Carlisle, Equality, diversity, and inclusion is a core focus in all areas of employment. This includes recruitment and selection, training and development, and promotion. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We judge all candidates solely on merit and ability.

We employ amazing individuals from all races, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. We have a culture where employees can feel appreciated and valued at work. This culture is free from unlawful or unfair discrimination and values diversity.

We always treat each other fairly and with dignity and respect. Creating an environment where we can all do something amazing for the company and ourselves.