Security Officer/Caretaker

Chesterfield College Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an outstanding educational institution as a proactive security/caretaker, where your skills will help maintain a safe environment. This role offers a chance to work independently and as part of a team, handling security issues efficiently while contributing to the continuous improvement of service standards. With flexibility in working hours and a variety of staff benefits, including a healthcare plan and pension scheme, this position is ideal for someone looking to make a positive impact in a supportive community. Apply now and be part of an organization that encourages personal growth through education and training.

Benefits

Healthcare Plan

Pension Scheme

Voucher Discount Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a security or similar role with a front-line SIA qualification.
• Ability to handle large items and respond to urgent matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of security issues and report them according to procedure.
• Meet safeguarding targets and contribute to service quality improvement.

Skills

SIA Qualification

Security Experience

Teamwork

Independent Working

Education

Vocational Training in Security

Tools

Manual Transmission Vehicles

Job description

(37 hours per week/52 weeks per year) 38 days paid holiday per year. Membership of the LGPS Pension Scheme.

Chesterfield College is an outstanding place to work and offers superb staff benefits, including a voucher discount scheme, cycle to work scheme, healthcare plan, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive, and reliable security/caretaker to join the current Facilities Department team.

The successful candidate will have experience and vocational competence in a security or similar role, holding a front-line SIA qualification. They should be capable of working independently or as part of a team to handle a wide range of security issues and report them according to procedure.

The applicant must possess a valid full UK driving license for manual transmission vehicles, be able to manually handle large items, and respond efficiently to urgent security and caretaking matters.

The role requires meeting safeguarding targets once trained and contributing positively to continuous improvement in the quality and standard of service across the College. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as additional hours and overtime may be necessary to cover annual leave.

The College encourages applications from ethnic minorities and female applicants.

To apply, please visit our website at www.chesterfield.ac.uk/jobs/.

Shortlisting may occur as applications are received. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is appointed.

Closing Date: 12 May 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

An offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Services.

‘Encouraging All Individuals to Develop Their Full Potential Through Education and Training’