Residential Security Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Residential Security Assistant to support individuals reintegrating into society post-incarceration. This pivotal role involves supervising residents, ensuring their adherence to rules, and providing support for their rehabilitation. Ideal candidates will have experience with vulnerable populations and possess an SIA license. Join a supportive team where your contributions make a real difference, and enjoy comprehensive wellbeing support, financial benefits, and career growth opportunities. If you're ready for a meaningful challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Unlimited online wellbeing resources

Free health app with 24/7 virtual GP

Employee assistance program

Salary finance support

Retirement plan

Death-in-service benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering opportunities

Flexible work

Full training and protective uniform

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a valid SIA license and be over the age of 18.
• Experience working with complex individuals in a residential setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support residents, handling daily issues and escalating serious incidents.
• Conduct wellbeing checks, curfew checks, and monitor residents' movements.

Skills

SIA Licence

First Aid Certification

Strong Communication Skills

Administration Skills

IT Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Job description

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Residential Security Assistant, Carlisle

Client:

Sodexo

Location:

Carlisle, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

289a2f7e130a

Job Views:

3

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Job Introduction

Please note: age restriction applies for this position, so candidates must be over the age of 18 and have a valid, in date SIA license

• 4 On, 4 Off (Nights)
• £1 bonus per hour worked 4 months per year
• On-site car parking and great transport links

About the role:

We are looking for a Residential Security Assistant to join our team at our Approved Premises (AP), where you'll play a vital role in supporting individuals as they reintegrate into the community after prison.

Approved Premises provide enhanced supervision, monitoring, and rehabilitation for residents, ensuring their safe transition back into society. This role is ideal for those with experience working with complex and vulnerable individuals in a residential setting within the Criminal Justice System.

What you’ll do:

1. Supervise and support residents, handling day-to-day issues and escalating serious incidents when necessary.
2. Ensure residents follow the rules and respond appropriately to any breaches or challenging behaviour.
3. Engage with residents in a positive, pro-social manner and support their rehabilitation.
4. Maintain records, process information, and update the database with significant occurrences.
5. Monitor and record residents' movements in and out of the premises.
6. Conduct curfew checks, wellbeing checks, fire alarm tests, room searches, and CCTV monitoring.
7. Assist with substance misuse support, including dispensing and recording medication when required.
8. Support the delivery of purposeful activities and effective inductions for residents.
9. Ensure a safe and productive environment, including health and safety monitoring.

What we’re looking for:

• SIA Licence
• Awareness of anti-discriminatory practices.
• Certified in First Aid
• Strong communication, administration, and IT skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong time management and the ability to prioritise tasks.

This is an opportunity to be part of something greater—where your work has a real impact. If you're ready to take on a meaningful role and thrive in a supportive team, apply today!

What we offer:

Join Sodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. We offer:

• Wellbeing Support: Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an employee assistance program.
• Financial Benefits: Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, a retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth: Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks: Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.