At Stonyhurst College, we take pride in providing a safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors. We are looking for a dedicated and professional Security Officer to work night shifts and play a vital role in protecting our extraordinary campus and people. If you have a sharp eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ensuring safety, this could be the perfect role for you.
This role offers a shift pattern of 6pm to 6am, on a rolling schedule of 4 days on, 4 days off, followed by 4 days on and 8 days off, giving you both structure and ample downtime. You will work closely with the Health, Safety & Security Manager to maintain high safety standards while also being part of a supportive and professional team.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
· To support the Health, Safety and Security Manager in respect of ensuring the safety and security of buildings and people cross campus
· To greet and direct visitors as required. Where necessary accompany visitors to their required location
· To escort contractors to work locations, chaperoning as required
· To establish, where there is doubt, the status / purpose of anyone found on-campus
· To record any incident of trespass or unauthorised presence on site
· To undertake regular foot patrols
· To be a presence around the campus
· To undertake internal and external security checks & patrols
· To monitor the security of the College via CCTV / security cameras
· To assist with road safety on campus, monitoring the traffic systems and car parking
· To be mindful at all times of matters relating to Health & Safety and report any concerns to the Health, Safety and Security Manager
· To assist with gritting procedures in times of adverse weather conditions
· To be responsible for the acceptance of deliveries & deliver to locations
· To produce reports as requested
· To use technology and ICT as necessary for the role
· To provide Reception cover, when required
· To undertake any other duties, commensurate with role, as directed by the Security Supervisor, the Health, Safety and Security Manager or Facilities Director
· To cover holidays and sickness of other security officers when required
· To be responsible for granting access to campus
· To respond and assist in the event of a fire alarm activation
Professional and Personal Qualifications
· An appreciation of the importance of discretion and confidentiality
· Good ICT knowledge, including e-mail and internet
· A flexible approach to the role, an ability and willingness to respond to the operational needs of the school
· A full driving licence
· Experience of working in a similar environment / role or a genuine commitment to undertake appropriate and relevant training
· A First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training
· A Security qualification or willingness to undertake training
· Ability to deal tactfully and sensitively with pupils, parents, staff, visitors, members of the public
· Ability to work as part of a team but also on own initiative
· Ability to approach situations calmly and politely
· Ability to develop positive professional relationships
· Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
· Good communication skills, both written and verbal
· A willingness to undertake additional shifts if required