Student Safety Officer in Edinburgh

Energy Jobline ZR; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant sixth form college is seeking a Student Safety Officer to provide a reassuring security presence, monitor student behavior, and handle potential issues. The ideal candidate will be physically fit and possess strong interpersonal skills. Full or part-time positions are available, offering a supportive work environment and various staff initiatives. Apply now to join our committed team.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive culture

Lunch provided at meetings

Various staff activities and initiatives

Qualifications

• No previous experience in security work is essential; willingness to learn is important.
• Ability to monitor student behavior effectively.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrol College grounds and buildings.
• Provide a visible security presence.
• Monitor student behavior and respond to issues.

Skills

Empathy with needs of people

Confidence to assert authority

Physically fit for outdoor work

Job description

Student Safety Officer

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Job Details

• Reference: 20/26
• Salary: £24,759-£25,159 FTE Actual Salary - £22,061 - £22,418
• Hours: Full Time or Part Time 8:45 - 17:15 (38 weeks per year)
• Contract: Permanent
• Start Date: TBC
• Interview Date: 26th November
• Closing Date: Monday 17 November 2025 12:00

Information About The Post

Peter Symonds is a vibrant sixth form college in Winchester which is proud to be rated by Ofsted as "outstanding" in every respect. We have a large team of committed and talented staff who are at the heart of the success of the College.

We seek to recruit someone on a full or part time term contract who will work as a Security Officer (known as the Student Safety Officer) patrolling the College grounds and buildings to provide a visible and reassuring security presence, monitoring student behaviour and being alert to any problems. Physically fit to be outside and on your feet in all weathers, you will have an empathy with the needs and interests of people, with the confidence to assert your authority when necessary. Previous experience in security work is not essential.

Can you kindly specify in your application your preference for full time or part time employment.

Our staff are at the heart of what we do at the College, we are proudly anti‑racist and our motto is 'Counting in ones' which applies to staff as well as the students. We offer special leave for various special occasions, support from the Hub, staff‑run groups, staff choir, Monday night football, regular staff forums, an inclusive, supportive and kind culture, no expectations to answer emails out of hours (with an automated message to alert the sender), lunch provided at all lunchtime meetings, '5 days of Christmas' treats, end of term meals and activities and bike and computer loans to name but a few of our initiatives.

More details and information on how to apply are available on our . If you require further assistance please phone the Personnel Department on 01962 857557 or email quoting the reference number.

We are dedicated to safeguarding the students in our care. To that end, a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure will be required in the event of an individual being offered a position within our College. Our staff undertake regular safeguarding and Prevent training and are subject to ongoing safeguarding scrutiny.

How To Apply

Please download and complete the application form (two parts). Once complete, please email it to quoting the job title and reference number in your email. If you require an acknowledgement please also request that in your email.

If you require any assistance or further information, please email us on the address above or telephone Personnel on 01962 857557.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants personally. If you have not heard from us by the interview date you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. However, we would be very pleased to hear from you again in respect of future vacancies. Thank you for your interest in working at Peter Symonds College.

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