Security Officer

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Plan

Life assurance

Income protection

Professional development

Job summary

Nottingham Trent University is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard students, staff and visitors while maintaining a safe campus environment. The role involves shift work on campus, a 37-hour week plus overtime, and a requirement to hold an SIA licence (Door Supervisor and CCTV) with training available if needed.

Strong communication and MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel) are essential. The position is on-site, full-time, with a 20% shift allowance and eligibility checks including

Qualifications

• SIA Door Supervisor and CCTV Operator Licence required on commencement or training provided.
• Must be computer literate withMicrosoft Office (Outlook/Word/Teams/Excel).
• Nottingham Trent University operates 365 days a year; shift rota; on-campus full-time work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality customer experience and outstanding service to students, staff, visitors and the estate.
• Contribute to safety and security across the campus and estate.
• Work as part of the Security team and respond to incidents promptly.
• Be on campus full-time; on a 37-hour week with 5 hours overtime; no hybrid working.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Can-do attitude

Tools

Outlook

Word

Teams

Excel

Job description

Support our students at every stage of their journey.

Doing things differently.

Security Officer

£26,336 - £27,434 per annum (pro rata) & 20% shift allowance

Permanent/Full time - 37 hours per week plus 5 hours contractual overtime

About the Role

People are important to us at NTU and as part of the Security team, you will contribute to the delivery of high quality customer experience and provide outstanding customer service to keep our students, staff, visitors and our estate safe and secure.

You will be a team player, self-motivated, adaptable and in possession of a ‘can-do’ attitude. You will bring effective communication skills and the determination to exceed customer expectations.

The successful applicant will be computer literate and possess a good working knowledge of a range of Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Teams and Excel.

Our NTU security provision is 365 days a year, 24 / 7 and as such our Security Officers work on a shift rota basis. Due to the nature of the role, hybrid working is not available and the successful candidate is required to be on campus full time.

Please note - It is a condition of employment for the role of Security Officer to hold an Security Industry Authority (SIA) Door Supervisor and CCTV Operator Licence. If the licences are not held on commencement to the role, training will be provided.

For more details please view the job role specification attached below, detailing the requirements of the role and identifying the skills, knowledge, experience and competencies we are seeking. Please use this to assess your suitability for the position and refer to this document when completing your application to ensure you provide evidence to demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

Interview date: W/C 23rd November

About Us

Nottingham Trent University is a successful and ambitious university that is recognised for its innovation and inclusivity and being bold enough to do things differently.

Our Campus Operations team work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our students. Whether you're making sure our students are safe, serving up delicious meals, or ensuring every package reaches its destination, your role matters. Our team's dedication ensures smooth operations, safety, and exceptional experiences.

For any informal queries about the role or the Campus Security team, please contact Nicky Mellows, Security Manager - [e-mail].

Join Us

• 25 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more

Come and be part of our success.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.

Safeguarding Statement

Nottingham Trent University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment.

If you are successful, you will be required to undertake an enhanced application and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post for which you are applying is exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 requiring any spent convictions to be declared. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post. Before you apply we recommend you ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website