Security Team Member

University of Derby; Buxton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern educational institution in Buxton seeks a full-time team member for its security department. You will provide safety and security across university sites, guide site users, and respond to incidents. A full UK driving licence and experience in a security or customer service role are essential. The role offers generous annual leave and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holistic wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted onsite gym

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence for operational flexibility.
• Experience in team-oriented environments with collaboration.
• Hands-on security or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver welcoming, safe, and secure environments.
• Provide advice on security-related matters.
• Compile reports and conduct investigations into incidents.

Skills

Team-oriented collaboration

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Customer service experience

Job description

About the University

We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.

The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region. We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

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About the College/Department

Our Campus Life and Student Living department is responsible for essential services that significantly impact the student experience.

Campus Life is all about the various services that enhance the overall student experience, including sports, recreational facilities and community engagement.

Whereas our Student Living teams ensure the safety, comfort and compliance of the University's residential estates.

Whichever team you become a part of; student experience is our focus!

Our security team are key to the University's success. Generally being the first interaction our customers and visitors will have with us, the service they receive will shape their experience.

About the Role

The full-time working hours for this role are 37 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday at our Buxton campus. We use a rotating 3 shift pattern consisting of early shifts, day shifts and late shifts, with hours ranging between 06:00 to 22:30. This will be further defined at interview. You will occasionally be required to support security services at our other locations which may require a variation to the set shift pattern for this role. You will be a vital member of our security teams who are responsible for delivering safety and security across University of Derby sites.

You will be responsible for providing a welcoming, safe and secure environment, whilst encouraging all site users to promote a secure environment through their own conduct. You will also be responsible for providing advice, guidance, and support on all security related matters, across multiple sites, ensuring continued excellence in performance, profile and service at all times. Your role will be key to ensuring excellent security services delivery and pivotal in leading our security services delivery.

The anticipated interview date will be from 22nd October 2025.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need a full, clean UK driving licence to support operational flexibility. You will have demonstrable experience in team-oriented environments, where collaboration and effective communication were key to achieving shared goals.

You will have worked in a fast-paced security setting, with hands-on experience or a busy customer facing role. Your background will include delivering front line security or customer service experience. Ideally, you will have planned and delivered proactive patrol strategies, aligned to specific risk profiles, and adapted them as needed based on dynamic security demands.

Furthermore, you will be proficient in compiling comprehensive reports, as well as conducting initial investigations into security breaches or incidents of crime. Your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure will be essential in contributing to the safety and integrity of the organisation.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Amer Shams, Head of Security via a.shamsderby.ac.uk; or the security team via [e-mail]

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via [e-mail]

Important Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody\'s concern.

Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.