Retail Security Officer

Bardwood; Teddington; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services company is seeking a Retail Security Officer in Teddington, UK. The role involves patrolling a retail store, managing safety for staff and customers, and requires a valid SIA License and a 5-year checkable work history. Competitive pay at £12.21 per hour with opportunities for permanent transfer and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and financial incentives. Ideal candidates are physically fit and can work flexibly in emergency situations.

Benefits

Company-funded SIA License renewal

Cycle to work scheme

Smart tech purchase plan

Salary finance loans

Retail vouchers

Life cover

Private medical cover

Childcare vouchers

Private pensions

Qualifications

• Hold a valid SIA License to operate legally.
• Must have a 5-year checkable work/career history.
• Physical fitness to undertake given tasks regarding security.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the retail store premises to ensure safety.
• Investigating disturbances and managing entry and exit points.
• Dealing effectively with large crowds and incidents.

Skills

SIA License

Ability to work under pressure

Effective crowd management

Customer relations

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail Security Officer

Pay Rate – £12.21

Location – Teddington

Shift Timings – 12-15 hours (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 and 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 – 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 recognise 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 helping them progress.