Security Officer

Location: Swindon - Queens Drive campus

Salary: £21,408 per annum (actual annual)/£13 per hour

We're looking for a reliable and professional Security Officer to join Estates and Facilities at our Queens Drive campus. This is a term time only position - ideal for someone seeking a stable, purposeful role with time off during school holidays.

What you will do as a Security Officer

As part of our on-site security team, you'll play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for staff, students and visitors. Your responsibilities will include:

• Patrolling and monitoring college premises, including CCTV surveillance.
• Responding to incidents and supporting behaviour management.
• Assisting with emergency procedures and health and safety checks.
• Promoting a positive and respectful college culture.
• Supporting ID checks and managing unauthorised access.
• Collaborating with staff, emergency services and safeguarding teams.
• This is an active role that requires a calm, confident presence and a commitment to student welfare.

Experience/Qualifications of a Security Officer

We're seeking someone who is:

• Organised and observant - a strong sense of responsibility.
• Confident in handling incidents - and using de-escalation techniques.
• Comfortable using IT systems - for reporting and monitoring.
• A clear communicator - able to engage with students and staff professionally.
• Committed to safeguarding - and promoting a safe learning environment.
• Experience in a similar role or setting is helpful, but not essential. We value the right mindset and a willingness to learn.

Benefits

• 5.5 weeks holiday paid in salary
• 21.7% College pension contribution to LGPS
• Health care cash plan
• Free car parking
• Discounted Hair & Beauty
• On-site gym
• Staff development & training
• Sodexo Retail Discount Scheme, and more!

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for New College Swindon, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

https://ce0521li.webitrent.com/ce0521li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=7309003ax6&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=8442934AVh

Compliance & Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and additional pre-employment screening before your appointment is confirmed.

Contact information

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