Security Team Leader

Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Nottingham is looking for a Security Team Leader to maintain a secure environment for students and staff. The candidate will oversee Security Officers, manage daily operations, and engage with the campus community. Desired qualifications include communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in facilities management. This role offers a competitive salary of £29,390 to £33,602 per annum, along with various benefits like annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

35 days Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts via Vivup App

Travel schemes

Professional development days

Qualifications

• Experience in an estates or facilities role.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Good understanding of health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the Security Officer team.
• Oversee daily security operations.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of 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, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

What you'll do

As Security Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in maintaining a safe and supportive environment for students, staff and visitors. You will supervise a team of Security Officers, coordinate daily operations, and ensure that security procedures are consistently applied across campus.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll combine leadership duties with active patrolling, incident response and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, support and develop the Security Officer team to deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service.
• Oversee daily security operations, including patrols, CCTV monitoring, access control and incident response.
• Act as the first point of escalation for security‑related issues, providing clear guidance and decision‑making.
• Support incident reporting, investigations and follow‑up actions, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Work closely with Estates, Facilities, Safeguarding, Student Support and external partners to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Ensure compliance with college policies, safeguarding requirements, and relevant legislation.
• Promote a positive, reassuring security presence that supports a welcoming campus culture.

Who we're looking for

You’ll be someone who is organised, proactive and committed to delivering excellent service. You will bring:

• Experience in an estates, facilities, maintenance or building operations role.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support others.
• Good understanding of health & safety, statutory compliance and safe working practices.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
• Practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to complete a range of operational tasks.
• The confidence to liaise with contractors, manage workflows and follow up on outstanding actions.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Angela Labbate (Head of Estates and Facilities Management) on [e-mail].

Interviews /Assessments are planned for: week commencing 19th January 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £29,390 to £33,602 per annum FTE. (This will be pro‑rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri‑menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit Nottingham College – CurrentVacancies to apply.

We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability.