Residential Security Assistant

Sodexo; Stockport; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Residential Security Assistant to support individuals reintegrating into society. This role involves supervising residents, managing daily issues, and ensuring a safe environment. You'll engage positively with residents, conduct various checks, and assist with rehabilitation efforts. As part of a supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits, including wellbeing support and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Career Growth

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Work

Full Training

Protective Uniform

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a valid SIA licence and First Aid certification.
• Strong communication and administration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support residents, ensuring adherence to rules.
• Conduct checks and monitor residents' movements.
• Engage with residents to support their rehabilitation.

Skills

SIA Licence

First Aid Certification

Strong Communication Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Administration Skills

IT Skills

Job description

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

• 42 hours per week
• 4 nights on, 4 nights off
• £12.21 per hour
• 8:00pm till 8:00am
• £1 bonus per hour worked 4 months per year
• Availability for overtime
• Car parking

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About the role:

We are looking for a Residential Security Assistant to join our team at Ascot House in Stockport.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference? Join Sodexo as a Residential Security Assistant 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:

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

Join us and thrive in your own way!