Security & Premises Officer - Shift Allowance + CCTV

The Methodist Church in Britain; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

Bournemouth and Poole College is seeking a permanent, full-time security officer to join the Security & Premises Team on-site. The role centers on patrolling grounds and buildings, checking IDs to control access, responding to alarms, and monitoring CCTV with accurate incident logs.

The ideal candidate will hold a current SIA licence, have at least two years' security experience, and be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Current SIA licence preferred.
• Two years security experience required.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Right to work in the UK required.
• Good knowledge of GDPR and data protection appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a security service to the college, staff and students.
• Patrol the perimeter and access routes, checking ID cards for authorised access.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Monitor CCTV in line with GDPR and college policy.
• Complete incident reports and daily logs accurately.
• Encourage good behaviour from students and defuse tense situations.
• Carry out routine patrols of grounds, car parks and buildings per schedule.
• Support the Security & Premises Team, such as room setups for events and exams.
• Maintain records under GDPR and college policy, ensuring confidentiality and audit readiness.
• Follow college policies including safeguarding, health and safety, and equality.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Record keeping

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

Bournemouth and Poole College is seeking a permanent, full-time security officer to join the Security & Premises Team on-site. The role centers on patrolling grounds and buildings, checking IDs to control access, responding to alarms, and monitoring CCTV with accurate incident logs.

The ideal candidate will hold a current SIA licence, have at least two years' security experience, and be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK.