Security Supervisor

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Job summary

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead our Estates security across all campuses. You will supervise security teams, ensure safe opening/closing, and manage alarm systems while maintaining high standards of professionalism.

You will contribute to safeguarding, student and staff safety, and collaborate with external agencies to manage incidents and threats. The role emphasizes vigilance, training, and proactive security leadership.

Qualifications

• SIA Licence current and valid.
• Door Supervisor Licence or willingness to obtain.
• First Aid training or willingness to undertake.
• Knowledge of security procedures, incident management and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Understanding of counter terrorism principles and threat awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise security staff across all campuses, ensuring deployment, performance, training and standards.
• Open/close campuses, secure perimeters and ensure alarms are tested.
• Conduct regular patrols and report issues through proper channels.
• Support counter terrorism strategy and promote security awareness.
• Liaise with Police, CTSAs and emergency services as required.
• Develop and review security procedures and emergency plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Vigilance and awareness

Decision making

Education

SIA Licence

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for aSecurity Supervisor to join our Estates team at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.

This is a key role in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment across our campuses. The successful candidate will lead our security provision, supervise security teams across multiple sites and play a vital role in safeguarding students, staff and visitors. The position also has a significant focus on counter terrorism awareness, prevention and response, supporting the Group’s commitment to protecting its communities from emerging security threats.

Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise security staff across all Group campuses, ensuring appropriate deployment, performance, training and professional standards.
• Undertake security duties to ensure that all campuses are opened and closed, secured, and alarmed at agreed times.
• Conduct regular patrols to monitor security and report any issues through the appropriate channels.
• Support the Group’s counter terrorism strategy by maintaining vigilance, identifying suspicious activity, promoting security awareness and responding appropriately to potential threats.
• Liaise with external agencies, including Police, Counter Terrorism Security Advisers (CTSAs) and emergency services where required.
• Assist in the development, implementation and review of security procedures, emergency response plans and critical incident management arrangements.
• Monitor student behaviour, intervening when necessary and promoting a positive College ethos. Report inappropriate behaviour to a duty manager.
• Investigate and report security incidents, ensuring accurate record keeping and timely escalation of concerns.
• Communicate professionally at all levels, remaining calm and composed in a range of situations, quickly assessing and diffusing issues in line with Group policies and values.
• Promote a culture of safeguarding, security awareness and personal responsibility across the Group.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in front-line security.
• Current SIA Licence.
• Door Supervisor Licence, or willingness to obtain.
• First Aid trained, or willingness to undertake training.
• Knowledge of security procedures, incident management and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Understanding of counter terrorism principles, protective security measures and threat awareness, or willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional and decisive in challenging situations.

Benefits include:

• -Generous Annual Leave (30 days annual leave + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
• -Generous Contributory Pension Scheme