Security Officer

New College; Swindon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

New College Swindon seeks a reliable and professional Security Officer for a full-time role during term time. The position involves maintaining a secure environment for staff and students, with responsibilities including patrolling and incident response. Ideal for someone looking for stability and meaningful work with school holidays off. The role emphasizes safeguarding and communication skills, providing a supportive team atmosphere and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

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

5.5 weeks holiday paid in salary

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling and monitoring college premises, including CCTV surveillance.
• Responding to incidents and supporting behaviour management.
• Assisting with emergency procedures and health and safety checks.

Skills

Organisation

Observation

Communication

Job description

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

Security Officer wanted - Full time (37 hours), Term time only

Make a real difference in a role that fits around school holidays!

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'll do:

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.

What we're looking for:

• 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.

Term time working - enjoy school holidays off!

Supportive team - work alongside experienced colleagues

Meaningful work - help create a safe and respectful college environment

Training provided - including safeguarding, first aid and professional development

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!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK.

New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.