Security Guard

Seddon Agency Limited; Aldwark CP; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Seddon Agency Limited is seeking Security Operatives to respond to incidents, patrol sites, and maintain a visible security presence across client premises in the UK. The role includes logging activities, completing reports, and ensuring only authorised access. A valid SIA licence is required to apply.

Candidates should be reliable, approachable, and well-presented, with basic IT skills and strong reporting abilities. Immediate start and long-term opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate vigilance in surveillance and incident reporting.
• SIA licence required; include licence details in application.
• Flexibility for 12-hour shifts and immediate start.
• Strong logging, handover and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Control access to entrances and ensure only authorised personnel enter.
• Maintain logs of site activity and security paperwork.
• Provide regular high-profile external and internal patrols.
• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling and monitoring access points and CCTV.
• Complete reports by recording observations and information; interview witnesses.

Skills

Surveillance skills

Judgment

Objectivity

Dependability

Integrity

Safety management

Professionalism

Reporting skills

Communication

Basic IT skills

Education

Valid SIA licence

Job description

We are Seddon Agency, a nationwide recruitment company specialising in providing full time, part time, adhoc and temporary staff to companies all around the UK. We provide staff to a variety of companies stretching across a multitude of different industries such as construction, hospitality, corporate, public-sector jobs and many more. Our deep understanding of the recruitment industry assists us in providing only the best staff for the most specific of jobs.

Seddon Agency is looking to expand its operations and bring in new Security Operatives. The purpose of the role is to respond to incidents, carry out regular patrols, always provide a security presence and complete all security paperwork ensuring the safety of the client’s premises.

About the job:

Must be flexible for 12 hour shifts

Immediate Start

Control access to entrances and ensuring only authorised personnel are allowed to enter.

Keep a log of all site activity.

Complete all site security paperwork to include incident report, sign in/out sheets, patrols logs, daily logs and handover sheets.

To provide regular high profile external and internal patrols.

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Prevents incidents and damage by providing a visual presence and reporting all incidents to the authorities.

Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.

Skills/experience required:

Surveillance Skills Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills. Valid SIA licence (include in application) communication, Basic IT skills.

Reliable.

Friendly.

Smart in appearance.

Approachable.

The role offers long term job security as well as many other benefits.

Skills needed Surveillance Skills Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills. Valid SIA licence (include in application) communication, Basic IT skills.

Surveillance Skills Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills. Valid SIA licence (include in application) communication, Basic IT skills.