Security Officer

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 1,515,360 - 1,928,640; Part time

Job summary

Colchester Institute seeks an inspirational Security Officer to join the Braintree Campus for term-time work, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

If you hold an SIA door supervisor qualification and have experience resolving conflicts, de-escalation skills, and a collaborative approach within a Facilities team, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent certification.
• Experience resolving conflicts calmly and supportively.
• Previous experience in a similar security role.
• Skilled in using de-escalation techniques.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a site-based Facilities team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-managed campus environment.
• Be a visible, professional, and supportive presence on campus.
• Represent the College with professionalism and foster a disciplined culture among learners.
• Collaborate with the Facilities team to support campus operations.

Skills

Conflict resolution

De-escalation techniques

Team collaboration

Public safety awareness

Customer service

Education

SIA licence or equivalent certification

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, working with us means being part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development.

Job Title:Security Officer - Braintree

Join Our Team as a Security Officer!

We're looking for an inspirational and enthusiastic Security Officer to join our dedicated team at the Braintree Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-managed environment for our students, staff, and visitors.

As a visible and supportive presence on campus, you'll represent the College with professionalism and help foster a positive, disciplined culture among our learners. If you hold a current SIA licence and bring relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you!

This is aterm-time onlyposition, perfect for someone ready to make a real impact in a vibrant educational setting.

Essential Qualifications:

• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent industry-standard certification

Essential Experience:

• Experience resolving conflicts calmly and supportively
• Previous experience in a similar security role
• Skilled in using de‑escalation techniques
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a site-based Facilities team

Colchester Institute is firmly committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We strive to inspire young women to pursue careers in sectors traditionally underrepresented by females, while also embracing diversity in all its forms. Our aim is to attract the most talented individuals to our roles and support their ongoing career development.