Security Team Member

University of Derby; Buxton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Derby is seeking a dedicated Security Team Member for the Buxton Campus. This role involves maintaining a welcoming and secure environment for students and staff, responding to incidents, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should possess GCSEs in Maths and English and have a commitment to safety and professionalism. Generous annual leave and wellbeing benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Holistic wellbeing benefits and support

Discounted onsite gym

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Holds relevant GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Experience in a security or public-facing role preferred.
• Able to conduct minor investigations and produce clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Responding to incidents and providing visible security presence.
• Assisting with access and safeguarding matters.
• Supporting other university sites on demand.

Skills

Customer Service

Calm under pressure

Communication

Empathy

Education

GCSEs at grades A–C in Maths and English

Security-related qualification or willingness to work towards one

Job description

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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.

About the 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 from you and the team will shape their experience.

About the Role

As a Security Team Member at our picturesque Buxton Campus, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming, secure, and supportive environment for our staff, students, and visitors. You’ll be a trusted point of contact; offering advice, guidance, and reassurance while ensuring the safety and protection of the campus community.

Your responsibilities will include responding to incidents, providing visible security presence, and assisting with access and safeguarding matters. You’ll also occasionally support our other University of Derby sites on an 'as and when required basis', contributing to a wider sense of safety across our locations.

This is more than a security role, it’s about being approachable, alert, and responsive, making sure everyone feels safe and supported while on campus.

The anticipated start date for this role is late August/early September 2025.

About You

To thrive in this role, you'll bring a calm, confident, and approachable manner - paired with a strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSEs at grades A–C (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• Has a security-related qualification or is willing to work towards one
• Possesses a full, clean UK driving licence
• Has experience delivering excellent customer service, ideally in a security or public-facing environment
• Is capable of conducting minor investigations and producing clear, accurate written reports

Your ability to remain composed under pressure, communicate effectively, and show empathy will be essential to supporting our campus community.

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• 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 [e-mail]

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

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 Applying from Overseas for more information.

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