Security Officer - Leeds

GEDU Services Pvt. Ltd.

Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 21,000 - 27,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 public holidays

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work

Perks@Work discounts platform

Wellbeing centre

Rewards and recognition programme

£500 referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

GEDU Global Education is seeking a proactive Security Officer to be the face of safety on campus. You will help create a secure, welcoming environment for staff, students and visitors while delivering excellent customer service.

The role covers security across multiple college locations with shifts during campus opening hours, requiring flexibility and a professional, calm approach at all times.

Qualifications

Hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor licence.
Interact effectively and professionally with staff, contractors, visitors and management.
Skilled in building security checks and lock procedures.
Excellent awareness and surveillance abilities.
Flexible to work during campus operating hours.

Responsibilities

Campus Security and Surveillance
Visitor and Delivery Management
Security Checks and Access Control
Incident Management and Reporting
Customer Service and Assistance
Compliance and Ad-hoc Tasks

Skills

SIA Door Supervisor licence

Surveillance skills

Professional communication

Education

No Formal Education

Job description

Our Vision: Changing lives through education

What We Do:Developing and writing quality reports both internally for GBS and for GBS partner organisations and other external agencies. To contribute to preparations for degree awarding powers.

About the Role:Be the Face of Safety on Campus. We’re looking for a proactive and approachable Security Officer to help create a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our staff, students, and visitors. This is more than a security role, it’s about being a visible, trusted presence on campus and delivering outstanding customer service every day.

As a Security Officer, you’ll play a key role in maintaining campus safety, monitoring activity across our college premises, and supporting a positive experience for everyone on site and within the surrounding community. You’ll be confident engaging with a diverse range of people, handling situations calmly, and upholding high standards of professionalism at all times. You’ll work across multiple college locations, helping to protect our spaces while ensuring they remain friendly, inclusive, and well-managed environments.

The role requires flexibility to work at any time during campus opening hours, which are from 7:00 am to 9:30 pm Monday to Friday and from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, unless otherwise specified.

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship and will require a DBS!

What the Role Involves:

Campus Security and Surveillance

Visitor and Delivery Management

Security Checks and Access Control

Incident Management and Reporting

Customer Service and Assistance

Compliance and Ad-hoc Tasks

About You:

Hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor licence.

Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees, contractors, consultants, visitors, and management, as well as local police and fire authorities.

Skilled in performing building security checks and lock procedures.

Excellent awareness and surveillance skills.

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.

Experience in working in a similar role.

Flexibility to work at any time of the campus operation hours (unless specified otherwise).

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Valid SIA CCTV license.

Knowledge of security and safety systems.

Knowledge of emergency and evacuation procedures.

What We Offer:

25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays

1 day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more

Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more

Reward and recognition programme

£500 award employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Employee Testimonial:

\"What really stands out to me about GBS is its consistent focus on creating positive outcomes for students. Every team, even those without direct student contact, is deeply committed to this mission. Everyone understands that what they do plays a role in helping students succeed. It’s such a collaborative and inspiring place to work — it’s clear everyone genuinely cares about making a difference.\" (Steffi Korsah - Non-Academic Staff)

GBS is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

About Us

GEDU Global Education is a dynamic and innovative group of education providers.

Across our institutions, programmes are designed to have a direct impact on the lives of our students, apprentices and trainees; to equip them with the skills, knowledge and experience necessary for success in their chosen field.

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