Security Officer

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Mersea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain seeks a Security Officer for Colchester Campus, working a term-time schedule of 40 hours per week across 38 weeks a year. A current SIA licence and prior security experience are essential; the CV should clearly demonstrate how the criteria are met.

Responsibilities focus on maintaining a safe, welcoming campus, acting as a visible presence, and upholding professionalism while fostering a disciplined culture among learners.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths (e.g. GCSE grade 4/C) or equivalent.
• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent industry-standard certification.
• Current SIA licence is required.
• Experience resolving conflicts calmly and supportively.
• Previous experience in a similar security role.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a site-based Facilities team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

De-escalation

Visible presence

Team collaboration

Professional conduct

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Security Officer post on the Colchester Campus, sitting within the institute's site-based Facilities team. The work centres on a visible presence that keeps students, staff and visitors safe and helps set a disciplined tone among learners. This is a term-time post of 40 hours a week over 38 weeks a year. A current SIA licence and prior security experience decide fit, and the CV must show how the essential criteria are met.

What the job involves

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

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths, such as GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent
• SIA door supervisor qualification or equivalent industry-standard certification

Registration & licences

• Current SIA licence

Experience

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

Skills & knowledge

• Skilled in de-escalation techniques