Retail Security Officer

Argenbright Security Europe Limited - ASEL; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Security Officer to join their team in Westbury. In this role, you will provide a visible deterrent against criminal activity while ensuring the safety of customers and staff. Your responsibilities will include patrolling the premises, managing incidents effectively, and collaborating with local authorities. The company values integrity and professionalism, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and training. If you're looking for a rewarding position in security with a focus on community safety, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

SIA Licence Renewal

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Investment into training

Perkbox incentive scheme

Company uniform provided

Employee of the month scheme

Progression opportunities

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Confident communicator with the ability to handle conflict professionally.
• Experience in retail security is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible deterrence and respond to incidents.
• Patrol the shop floor and assess vulnerabilities.
• Liaise with management and local authorities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Incident Reporting

Patrolling

Education

SIA License

Job description

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ASEL, design, develop and deliver fully bespoke and integrated security solutions, seamlessly bringing together people, technology and processes to achieve results-driven outcomes. As the original thinkers behind security risk modelling, which has revolutionised the industry, our business is underpinned by our risk advisory practice, which utilises data and insight to identify and mitigate risk, inform strategy, prevent crime and reduce cost.

We believe that authenticity and transparency are vital to success, so our main objective is to always act with sincerity and integrity in order to provide a genuinely collaborative service, which customers can trust and believe in.

ASEL is part of the Argenbright Holdings Group, a privately owned $2.2bn organisation founded in 1979 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Argenbright has decades of experience in aviation services, facilities management, BPO and technology and a heritage in security services across the USA and Europe.

Main Responsibilities

We believe that the best approach to deterring criminal activity is to understand the vulnerabilities and risk of each location, and bespoke our approach to effectively reduce risk. As a Retail Security Officer, you will be required to provide a visible deterrence, respond to incidents, complete incident reports and collaborate with the local authorities.

You will be expected to carry out all guarding responsibilities whilst in store, such as;

• Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity
• Assess and identify vulnerabilities, and work proactively to minimise risk
• Liaising with management and local authorities when applicable
• Manage vulnerable persons with empathy to not cause distress
• Completing colleague and contractor searches when required in line with customer company policy
• Digitally report incidents and use tablets/phones for daily activity planning
• Detailed and Legible incident reporting to assist the Client and Local Authorities
  
  

Location: Westbury

Hours:(13 hours)

Shift Pattern: Monday 13:00 - 22:00 Sunday 10:00 -16:00

Hourly Rate: £12.25

The Person

To be an effective Security Officer, you will need to be a confident communicator as you will be required to provide detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity. You will need to be welcoming and patient with customers and able to handle conflict in a professional manner.

Required Experience And Qualification

You must have a valid SIA license to apply for this role. Previous experience of working in a Retail Security Role is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.

Benefits of working with ASEL

• SIA Licence Renewal
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Investment into training
• Perkbox incentive scheme which includes discounts and an employee assistance programme
• Company uniform provided
  
  

Applicants must be able to provide a full 5-year checkable work or back to school history. Should you be selected to attend an interview, please ensure you bring your right to work documents and a recent proof of address.

You must have a current SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence to apply for this role

Due to the large number of applicants that we receive if you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application please assume that you have been unsuccessful

Equality & Diversity

ASEL values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all. Our objectives are that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement on the basis of their skills, aptitudes, and abilities.

ASEL is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership, and management.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager.

The above information is not exhaustive, and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be required within the scope of the position and your capabilities.

All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the position.

Benefits

• Perkbox recognition - rewards and discount platform
• Apprenticeship
• Employee of the month scheme £50
• 110% Club of outstanding performers who can receive large prizes and monetary rewards
• WageStream - a flexible wage application whereby you can pull your wages out sooner than payday
• EAP - Employee Assistance Programme
• Progression opportunities within the company
• Ongoing training
  
  

Retail Security Officer

Westbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

BA13 3BG

£12.25 per hour Pension & Perkbox

Permanent - Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Closing date: 10/05/2025

Job reference: AM1287582WesRSO

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Retail Security Officer

Westbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

£12.25 per hour Pension & Perkbox

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