Retail Security Officer: Risk‑Driven Deterrence & Response

Argenbright Security Europe Limited (trading as ASEL); St Helens; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access XD Recognition – Rewards and –+

Apprenticeship Opportunities

Employee of the Month Scheme

110% Club for Outstanding Performers

Stream – Flexible Pay Access

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career Progression Opportunities

Ongoing Training and Development

Job summary

Argenbright Security Europe Limited (ASEL) is seeking a Retail Security Officer in St Helens to provide visible deterrence, respond to incidents, and complete detailed incident reports. The role requires holding a valid SIA licence and working a 42-hour weekly pattern with a shift schedule across multiple days.

You will patrol the store, assess vulnerabilities, and coordinate with management and local authorities as needed, while ensuring respectful handling of vulnerable persons and adherence

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA licence to apply.
• Experience in Retail Security is advantageous but not essential as full training is provided.
• Applicants must provide a full 5-year checkable work history or back-to-school history.
• Please bring right-to-work documents and proof of address to interview.
• You must have a current SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity.
• Assess vulnerabilities and work proactively to minimise risk.
• Liaise with management and local authorities as applicable.
• Manage vulnerable persons with empathy and without distress.
• Conduct colleague and contractor searches when required according to policy.
• Digitally report incidents and use devices for daily activity planning.
• Provide detailed and legible incident reporting to assist the Client and Local Authorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict de-escalation

Observation and vigilance

Team collaboration

Job description

Argenbright Security Europe Limited (ASEL) is seeking a Retail Security Officer in St Helens to provide visible deterrence, respond to incidents, and complete detailed incident reports. The role requires holding a valid SIA licence and working a 42-hour weekly pattern with a shift schedule across multiple days.

You will patrol the store, assess vulnerabilities, and coordinate with management and local authorities as needed, while ensuring respectful handling of vulnerable persons and adherence