Security Officer

Securitas AB; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Learning & Development opportunities

Mentorship and STRIVE benefits app

Job summary

Securitas UK in Yeovil is seeking Security Officers for a large client site. You will perform patrols, support staff and visitors, manage incidents and monitor access and parking. Training is provided from day one, including optional SIA licence support and BPSS/SC clearance pathways.

We offer development opportunities, a brand-new benefits app STRIVE, mentorship, and a range of employee perks. A welcoming team environment and a commitment to safety and service excellence await.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Licence (full training and ongoing support provided).
• Eligible to obtain Security Check (SC).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK with a 5-year history.
• Excellent English communication, written and verbal.
• Customer-focused, discreet and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Carry out security patrols.
• Support staff, visitors and contractors.
• Manage incidents and report concerns.
• Control vehicle access and parking.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Proactive mindset

Education

BPSS clearance

SC clearance

Job description

Shift Patterns

• Core : Hours:4 on 4 off! Days, Nights & Weekends,

From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes all house in our brand new employee benefits app, STRIVE!

Explore your purpose. To See a Different World!

Looking for a career where you can make a real impact every shift? Whether you're seeking a Relief Security Officer position or a Core Security Officer role, we have an opportunity for you.

We're recruiting Security Officers to support a large, high-profile client site in Yeovil. These roles are ideal for individuals who value responsibility, professionalism, and delivering excellent customer service while helping to keep people and premises safe and secure.

As a Security Officer, you'll play an important role in protecting people, property, and assets. You'll work in a professional and supportive environment where your reliability, vigilance, and communication skills make a genuine difference every day.

No previous security experience? No problem. We focus on potential, attitude, and commitment rather than industry experience. An SIA Licence is not required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided from day one, giving you the opportunity to develop valuable skills and build a rewarding career in the security industry.

Whether you're looking for the variety and flexibility of a Relief Officer position or the stability of a Core Officer role, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits of this particular site?

• Free onsite parking
• Progressive leadership. Real development. Apprentices on‑site — and this opportunity is open to you.

Job Description

What you'll be doing:

You’ll help keep people, property and premises safe by:

• Carrying out security patrols
• Supporting staff, visitors & contractors
• Managing incidents & reporting concerns
• Controlling vehicle access & parking

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• ValidSIA Licence(full training and ongoing support provided)
• Eligible to obtainSecurity Check (SC) clearance
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK, with a minimum5‑year checkable history
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Customer‑focused, polite, tactful, and discreet
• Proactive and detail‑oriented, with strong self‑motivation
• Excellent organisational, customer service, and communication skills

Due to the nature of this opportunity, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance - Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.