Relief Security Officer

Securitas; Swindon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services company in Swindon is seeking a Security Officer to patrol key areas, ensure safety, and support clients. The ideal candidate will have a valid SIA licence and possess strong communication skills. This full-time role offers diverse opportunities for growth and personal development within a respected organization.

Benefits

STRIVE Securitas Perks

Dental Plans

HSF Health Plan

Cycle to Work

Specsavers discounts

WeCare service

Toothfairy access

Pension Plan

Payroll ISA

Free Mortgage Advice

Financial Wellbeing Hub

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
• Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents and preventing disruption.
• Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.

Skills

CCTV

Customer Service

Communication skills

Computer Skills

ICD Coding

Military Experience

Law Enforcement

NIST Standards

Security

DoD Experience

RMF

Writing Skills

Education

Valid SIA licence

Job description

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As a Security Officer at Securitas you'll do more than protect what’s important – you'll empower people to thrive. Your presence will make others feel safe, welcome and supported.

Whether you’re patrolling key areas, managing gatehouse duties or being the friendly face clients rely on, you'll be an essential part of something bigger. Working on behalf of one of the world's leading aerospace and defence organisations, every shift is a new chance to learn, grow and make a difference.

This isn’t just another job. It’s your opportunity to step into a role where your potential is recognised, your contribution is valued and your progress is supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors and contractors.
• Conducting regular safety and security patrols.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Supporting emergency protocols, including evacuations and searches.
• Keeping vigilant, reporting incidents and preventing disruption.
• Accurately maintaining records of all activity and handovers.

Please note— the responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture, but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• A valid SIA licence.
• Flexibility to work days, nights and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Why Join Securitas

We have a promise to our people—a People Promise where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day‑to‑day.

• Opportunity: We see potential in every person and situation.
• People: We open our eyes to all that’s good.
• Purpose: We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas you’ll find a career built on trust, respect and progress.

What You Can Expect

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try to give you the best chance at an interview if you disclose a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks—our real change makers in the business—such as the Race at Work Charter and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans – a range of plans providing support and cash‑back towards everyday dental costs such as examinations, X‑rays and treatment.
• HSF Health Plan –​ a range of cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash‑back on everyday medical costs such as dental check‑ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work – a super cost‑effective way of getting a brand‑new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42 % of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers – save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare – a 24/7 online GP, mental‑health support service, get fit programme and more.
• Toothfairy – online access to advice and guidance from real UK dentists.
• Pension Plan – plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
• Payroll ISA – an ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer‑term personal financial goals.
• Free Mortgage Advice.
• Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub.
• Death in Service Benefit – Permanent employees are automatically covered for life assurance, providing a lump‑sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service while employed by Securitas.

Take the Next Step

Join a team that values you. Click “I’m Interested” and start your career with Securitas UK today.

See a different world.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills: CCTV, Customer Service, Communication skills, Computer Skills, ICD Coding, Military Experience, Law Enforcement, NIST Standards, Security, DoD Experience, RMF, Writing Skills

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1