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Security Officer

from 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

We’re Hiring: Security Officer

📍 Location: Cheltenham
💰 Pay:£13.45
📅 Hours: Monday to Friday 13:30-21:00
🎓From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured.

As aSecurity Officer, provide a professional security service at a leading organisation that supports students with university, college and apprenticeship applications across the UK. Protect employees, visitors, property, data and assets in line with Assignment Instructions and customer requirements.

TheSecurity Officer plays a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment while supporting an organisation that delivers trusted education services, student insights and sector expertise. Through effective access control, patrols, incident response and customer service, theSecurity Officer helps safeguard people, facilities and operations while consistently demonstrating Securitas' core values ofIntegrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness- Please note: A valid SIA Licence is required before commencing operational duties.

Security Officer – Front of House Reception, We're looking for a professionalSecurity Officer to join our team in a prestigious front-of-house reception environment. As the face of the site, you'll provide a welcoming presence while maintaining the highest standards of security, safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

Controlling site access and preventing unauthorised entry
Managing reception and visitor access
Monitoring CCTV, fire alarms, intruder alarms and security systems
Conducting internal and external security patrols
Carrying out routine security and safety checks
Managing keys, locking and unlocking duties
Issuing visitor and contractor passes
Maintaining accurate records and site documentation
Managing traffic flow and parking restrictions where required
Handling lost property in line with site procedures
Delivering exceptional customer service to staff, visitors and contractors
Responding professionally to incidents, emergencies and security concerns
Maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment at all times

Health & Safety

Support employees, visitors and contractors on site.
Follow and promote health and safety procedures.
Report hazards, faults, unsafe practices and accidents.
Keep walkways and emergency exits clear.
Monitor and report First Aid equipment usage and shortages.
Respond to emergencies and follow escalation procedures.
Investigate fire alarm activations and report findings.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a professional and customer-focused individual who values teamwork, takes initiative and maintains high standards.

ValidSIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence
Right to work in the UK with a5-year checkable history
Strong written and spoken English communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Professional appearance and attitude
Strong attention to detail
Previous corporate security or reception experience desirable

Why Join Securitas?

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

Opportunity: We see potential in every person and situation.
People: We open our eyes to all that’s good.
Purpose: We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values ofIntegrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
Purpose – We make your world a safer place

What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of ourLevel 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality throughEmployee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, theRace at Work Charter, and theArmed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events likeBSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
Free Mortgage Advice
Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas