Retail Security Officer

Bardwood; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist for the facilities industry is seeking a Retail Security Officer in Stanford-le-Hope. The role involves patrolling the retail environment, managing safety for both staff and customers, and maintaining order during busy hours. Applicants must have an SIA License and a solid work history. Flexible part-time shifts are available, with attractive benefits after 12 weeks, including life cover and private medical insurance. Join an evolving family and contribute to a safe shopping experience.

Benefits

Company-funded SIA License renewal

Cycle to work scheme

Smart tech purchase scheme

Salary finance loans

Retail vouchers

Save as you earn

Life cover

Private medical cover

Childcare vouchers

Private pensions

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA License.
• 5-year checkable work/career history is required.
• Experience in security roles is preferred.
• Candidates must be physically fit for the tasks.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the retail store premises.
• Investigate disturbances and monitor entry/exit points.
• Call for help during emergencies and operate theft-detecting devices.
• Manage large crowds and maintain positive customer relations.

Skills

SIA License

Ability to work under pressure

Experience in a similar role

Physical fitness

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail Security Officer

Pay Rate – 12.21

Location – Stanford–Hope

Shift Timings – Part Time and 27.5 hrs/week (Must be flexible)

You will be working in a well-known retail store, which holds various stock. Officers are responsible for providing safety and security to both staff and visitors alike.

What will you get in return?

Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer.

• Company‑funded SIA License renewal.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest.
• Salary finance loans and monthly advances.
• Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more.
• Save as you earn.
• Life cover.
• Private medical cover.
• Childcare vouchers.
• Private pensions.
• Fantastic opportunity to join an evolving family.

Your main responsibilities may include:

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Investigating Disturbances, as well as monitoring the entry and exit points of the retail store.
• Confidently calling for help in emergency situations and operating theft‑detecting devices.
• Effectively dealing with large crowds and building positive customer relations.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following:

• SIA License.
• 5‑year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar role, would an advantage.
• Physically fit to undertake given tasks.
• Possess the ability to work under pressure.

About our company

At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognize that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched within the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.