Security Officer - Basford Campus

eTeach UK Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Nottingham is seeking a Facilities Team member. Responsibilities include patrolling campus grounds to ensure safety and security, responding to alarms, and managing premises access. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, able to work under pressure. Join a supportive and inclusive team with competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts at various stores

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Effective communicator capable of independent decision-making.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus grounds to ensure safety and security.
• Open and secure premises, including alarm management.

Job description

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of the Estates and Facilities Team at Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, communities, and to each other. We’re building better futures for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll work in a vibrant environment, in a rewarding role, and for a college that values your contribution. Here, you will belong.

What you'll do

The main responsibilities for this role include:

• Patrolling campus grounds and properties to ensure safety and security (e.g., fire, flood, theft prevention), and responding to intruder, panic, and fire alarms as required.
• Opening and securing premises, including setting or deactivating alarm systems, and acting as a registered key holder.

Who we're looking for

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to make independent decisions, and capable of working under pressure.

For further details, please contact Dawn Sladen, Facilities and Operations Manager, at [e-mail].

Interviews/assessments are planned for the week commencing 18th August or sooner.

Why Join us

• Competitive salary: £23,885 - £24,260 per annum FTE (pro-rata for part-time).
• 35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services via the Vivup App.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets, and car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Professional development opportunities, including 8 CPD days and the Request to Invest Programme.

Our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a supportive, valued, and inclusive workplace. We are recognized as a Carer Confident employer, an Endometriosis Friendly Employer, and are working towards Menopause Friendly accreditation. We have a growing network of Mental Health First Aiders and host Wellness Cafés to promote open conversations about wellbeing.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments for successful candidates.

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Background checks, including employer references and an enhanced DBS check, will be required.

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies to apply. We review applications throughout the posting period and may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Interview dates may vary based on availability.