Security Guard Supervisor

Adecco; Newbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Security Guard Supervisor in Newbury. This full-time role entails managing the security team, ensuring compliance with security standards, and conducting assessments. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a valid SIA licence, and knowledge of security operations. The position offers a competitive rate of £16.20 per hour and requires a flexible approach to working hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Security Guard operations as an officer or supervisor.
• Ability to manage time effectively while working independently.
• Experience in leading and managing a 24-hour security service.
• Knowledge of current security threats and response procedures.
• Good IT skills including Sharepoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess a valid SIA Supervisor licence or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work under pressure and analyze problems rapidly.
• Knowledge of security systems like CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems.
• Must have a flexible approach and be prepared to work overtime.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the security guard team and ensure support.
• Assist in managing physical security controls and systems.
• Evaluate and manage visitor security assessments.
• Conduct internal audits on Security Guard team procedures.
• Provide resilience for the Security Guard Team during high demand.
• Communicate requirements and issues to the Security Guard team.
• Ensure team certification and licensing is up to date.
• Present monthly briefings to discuss security performance.
• Maintain Security Guard Team Intranet updates.

Skills

Security operations knowledge

Time management

Team leadership

Incident response ability

IT skills (Microsoft Sharepoint, Outlook, Word)

Communication skills

Security Industry Authority Supervisor licence

Problem analysis under pressure

Knowledge of security systems (CCTV, IDS, Access Control)

Flexibility in working hours

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Security Guard Supervisor to work within the Thames Valley Police Force based in Newbury.

Position

Security Supervisor

Contract Type

Temporary until at least February 2026

Working Pattern

Full Time Mon - Thurs 8am - 4pm. Friday 8 - 3.30pm

Salary

£16.20 per hour

Important Note

Due to police vetting criteria, candidates must have resided in the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application.

Overall Purpose

The overall purpose of the role is to hold a vital leadership position within Physical Security operations, ensuring the team has the necessary support and resources to meet organisational and national security standards.

Key Accountability Areas

• Lead and directly manage the security guard team, including the coordination of daily rotas, conducting daily briefings, handling administrative tasks, and managing annual leave to ensure appropriate cover across all regional locations as needed.
• Support the Physical Security Manager in the management of physical security controls including Intruder Detection systems, Access Control Systems and CCTV Systems for the estate. This will include but is not limited to the servicing, maintenance, and replacement of equipment.
• Support the security assessments and management of visitors attending the site, ensuring Security Guard Team actions are carried out in line with security operating procedures. When required, conduct these assessments independently, ensuring appropriate safeguards and countermeasures are in place in line with security operating procedures.
• Assist with internal audits on Security Guard team procedures so they remain effective, efficient, and proportionate to the department's mission, legal and regulatory requirements, and accreditation requirements.
• Ensuring provision of resilience for the Security Guard Team in times of high demand or periods of absence. Where necessary, covering any security guard duties to minimise operational impact.
• Assess and support the requirements of the Security Guard team, ensuring all communication is conveyed to and from the Security Guard team taking into account their 24/7 shift pattern. Where support is required, escalating issues to the Physical Security Manager within regular meetings.
• Ensure the Security Guard Team remain certified and licensed to SIA standard in the required areas outlined in the Security Operating Procedure.
• Present a monthly briefing to update the Physical Security Manager and Senior Security Information & Physical Security Manager on security performance and to discuss opportunities to improve ways of working.
• Ensure the Security Guard Team Intranet page remains updated with links to relevant Security Operating Procedures and Security Updates for the Security Guard Team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working within Security Guard operations as either a security officer or supervisor, with a strong working knowledge of security operations and procedures.
• Proven ability / experience to prioritise and manage time effectively, whilst working independently.
• Proven experience of leading and managing team performance operating over a 24‑hour shift pattern, managing the day‑to‑day delivery of a security service.
• Proven knowledge of the current security threats posed towards Security Guard Teams and the ability to assess and apply appropriate incident response procedures.
• Good IT skills including competence in the use of Microsoft Sharepoint, Outlook and Word.
• Proven oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Possess a valid Security Industry Authority Supervisor licence or willingness to undertake the training to obtain.
• Ability to work under pressure to analyse problems quickly and to take a systematic approach to resolution.
• Knowledge of security systems including CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Access Control.
• Must have a flexible approach to working hours to suit the requirements of the role and be prepared to work overtime as required.
• A full UK driving licence is considered essential.

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