Security Officer

St Mary’s University, Twickenham; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s University, Twickenham is seeking a professional Security Officer to help keep people safe, respond to incidents, and deliver excellent customer service on campus. This is a varied role offering job security, training, and development opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Applicants should hold SIA CCTV and Door Supervisor licences, have a full driving licence, be confident with IT systems, and have experience with reception and postal duties.

Qualifications

• SIA CCTV and Door Supervisor licences are essential.
• First Aid certification is essential.
• Experience in security and customer service environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep people safe on campus and respond to incidents.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with reception and postal duties as needed.
• Monitor security systems and maintain a visible, proactive presence on site.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reception duties

IT systems

Driving licence

Education

SIA CCTV Licence

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos and Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours.

Overview

As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos and Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours.

Job Summary

Join a professional and supportive team where you'll help keep people safe, respond to incidents, and provide excellent customer service. This is a varied role offering job security, training, development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference every day

Candidate Summary

We're looking for a customer-focused Security Officer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience in security and customer service environments, and a strong understanding of security systems. Applicants should hold a full driving licence, be confident using IT systems, and have experience carrying out reception and postal duties. Essential qualifications include SIA CCTV and Door Supervisor licences and First Aid.

Application Information

St Mary’s University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Learn more about our EDI initiatives and work as a Disability Confident employer. Please view our detailed access guide by following the link: St. Mary's University | AccessAble. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. St Mary’s University is holding a work visa sponsorship licence however we will not always be able to guarantee a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To avoid disappointment, please ensure you meet the requirements of the Points Based System before applying as we will not be able to provide advice on individual cases. Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

Closing Date

Monday 31st August 2026 23:00

Candidates are advised to submit applications early to avoid disappointment as we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date.

Likely Interview Date

16th September 2026