Security Officer

The Methodist Church in Britain; Braintree; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development support

Job summary

Colchester Institute is seeking a Security Officer for its Braintree Campus. The role requires an SIA licence and prior security experience to maintain a calm, safe campus atmosphere for students and staff.

You will work within the site-based Facilities team, encouraging a disciplined environment and professional conduct across the campus. The position is term-time only, with a focus on de‑escalation and collaborative work in a busy educational setting, supporting ongoing development and

Qualifications

• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent industry-standard certification.
• Current SIA licence.
• Experience in a similar security role with conflict de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, welcoming and well-managed environment for students, staff and visitors.
• Act as a visible, supportive presence on campus.
• Represent the college with professionalism.
• Help build a positive, disciplined culture among learners.

Skills

Experience in security

De-escalation techniques

Education

SIA door supervisor qualification

Current SIA licence

Job description

Security Officer post on the Braintree Campus of Colchester Institute, within the college's site-based Facilities team. The work means being seen across the campus, keeping students, staff and visitors safe, and setting a calm, disciplined tone among learners. It is a term-time only role in an educational setting, and it suits someone with an SIA licence and prior security experience. Fit depends on an SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent, plus experience defusing conflict.

What the job involves

• Maintain a safe, welcoming and well-managed environment for students, staff and visitors
• Act as a visible, supportive presence on campus
• Represent the college with professionalism
• Help build a positive, disciplined culture among learners

What’s required

Qualifications

• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent industry-standard certification

Registration & licences

• Current SIA licence

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar security role
• Experience resolving conflicts calmly and supportively

Skills & knowledge

• Skilled in de-escalation techniques

Other

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a site-based Facilities team

What’s offered

• Support for ongoing career development