Security Officer

tomatisphoto; Swindon; On-site; GBP 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a reliable Security Officer for their Queens Drive campus. This term-time position involves maintaining the safety of staff, students, and visitors, through patrols, incident response, and collaborative support. Ideal candidates should have a strong sense of responsibility and communicate effectively, with opportunities for staff development and benefits.

Benefits

5.5 weeks holiday paid in salary

21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS

Health care cash plan

Free car parking

Discounted Hair & Beauty

On-site gym

Staff development & training

Sodexo Retail Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong sense of responsibility and organisation.
• Experience in handling incidents and using de-escalation techniques.
• Comfortable with IT for reporting and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling college premises and monitoring CCTV.
• Responding to incidents, supporting behavior management.
• Promoting a positive college culture.

Skills

Responsibility

Communication

Observant

Job description

Location: Swindon - Queens Drive campus

Salary: £21,408 per annum (actual annual)/£13 per hour

We're looking for a reliable and professional Security Officer to join Estates and Facilities at our Queens Drive campus. This is a term time only position - ideal for someone seeking a stable, purposeful role with time off during school holidays.

What You Will Do As a Security Officer

As part of our on-site security team, you'll play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for staff, students and visitors. Your responsibilities will include:

• Patrolling and monitoring college premises, including CCTV surveillance.
• Responding to incidents and supporting behaviour management.
• Assisting with emergency procedures and health and safety checks.
• Promoting a positive and respectful college culture.
• Supporting ID checks and managing unauthorised access.
• Collaborating with staff, emergency services and safeguarding teams.
• This is an active role that requires a calm, confident presence and a commitment to student welfare.
  
  

Experience/Qualifications Of a Security Officer

We're seeking someone who is:

• Organised and observant - a strong sense of responsibility.
• Confident in handling incidents - and using de-escalation techniques.
• Comfortable using IT systems - for reporting and monitoring.
• A clear communicator - able to engage with students and staff professionally.
• Committed to safeguarding - and promoting a safe learning environment.
• Experience in a similar role or setting is helpful, but not essential. We value the right mindset and a willingness to learn.
  
  

Benefits

• 5.5 weeks holiday paid in salary
• 21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS
• Health care cash plan
• Free car parking
• Discounted Hair & Beauty
• On-site gym
• Staff development & training
• Sodexo Retail Discount Scheme, and more!
  
  

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for New College Swindon, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Compliance & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and additional pre-employment screening before your appointment is confirmed.