Swindon, Wiltshire, England
Education
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
28/05/2025
25/06/2025
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.