Average Security Officer salary in the UK

Security Officer Location: Cambridge Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: This is a temporary role with no end date given. Proposed start date: ASAP Sector: Healthcare Base: Hospital Band: 3 Working Days and Hours: 5x shifts per week, working either of the following days and hours: Monday to Sunday 7am to 7pm (Days)Monday to Sunday 4pm to 12.30am (Day/Night)Monday to Sunday 7pm to 7am (Nights) Please Note: It would preferable that interested applicants can work the same working hours for the 5x shifts carried out, rather than mixing up the shifts. Pay Rates: Any hours worked between these times will be paid as followed: Days - Monday to Friday, 6am-8pm - £12.82 paye inclusive of holiday payNights - Monday to Friday, 8pm-6am/Saturday - £16.50 paye inclusive of holiday paySunday / Bank Holiday - £20.50 paye inclusive of holiday pay Job Purpose Your role of Security Officer is to support the Trust Security department in the delivery of security services to the Trust. You'll provide direct immediate response to all Trust security incidents, managing the situation as the first responder, and making assessments for wider escalation in keeping with a security and healthcare environment.You'll be involved daily in high level impact & intense situations, requiring the regular use of conflict management and physical intervention, resulting in a physical and mentally demanding role.You'll provide a security presence by undertaking regular patrols, both externally and internally, around the Trust, interacting with site users, observing for any suspicious activity, and undertaking dynamic risk assessments of the situation to deal with as appropriate.You'll be responsible for maintaining a professional approach to their work and responding in a rapid manner to all security and emergency incidents. Duties Work with the management team in the delivery of a 24/7 security service within the Trust and to assist and support colleagues within the clinical and non-clinical services.Demonstrate excellent communication, customer service, negotiation, and interpersonal skills in all contacts with staff, contractors, patients, and visitors and external bodies in respect of cultural and language difficulties, whether communicating verbally, in writing, or by electronic means.Providing initial response, attend all emergency assistance responses, thus engaging directly with patients through both verbal and non-verbal communication, and when required, use physical intervention either individually or as part of a team, to mitigate risk and harm to life and property.Respond to alarm activations in support of Trust staff and property, taking immediate decision making and actions in relation to occurrence, and escalating incident management accordingly.Carry out investigations (including gathering of information/evidence) involving theft, assault or criminal (malicious intent), from across the site.Ensure general safety of the site and external premises; reporting any concerns to the relevant departments and ensuring where possible safety precautions are in place prior to any fixes.Provide dedicated support in dealing with emergency situations such as Major Incidents and/or Critical Internal Incidents.The post holder will be expected to remain calm and polite under pressure offering solutions and/or escalating as appropriate.Liaise and communicate with varying departments, Trust staff, patients, visitors, and contractors as part of their daily duties, ensuring a professional and courteous service as well as dealing with general queries, customer satisfaction, complaints and any other service issues that may arise.Deal with sometimes complex, sensitive, and often contentious issues when delivering the Security service.Maintain full and accurate records on paper and/or electronical means of all work the post holder is responsible.Notify the Police of on-going incidents where their intervention is required or a crime reference number of needs obtaining.Escort medical/clinical personnel who accompany patients around the Trust and/or where staff requests safety escorts for welfare purposes.Undertake traffic management to support the vehicle flow around the site, as well as car parking congestion; and in support, identify and appropriately manage illegal parking or poor traffic practices through the issuing of fixed penalty notices.Manage access control across the Trust by key unlock/lock requests, and support with access control management issues.Support in the management of intercoms across the Trust at main entrances, as well as specific intercoms and barriers for several of the carparks across the site.Challenge any persons behaving in an inappropriate manner.Support security investigations, at times being the first point of contact, gathering on-going information and evidence; and following investigative steps throughout the entire process, with follow up actions as identified from lessons learnt.Collect, report and document lost property from across the site.Undertake any other reasonable management requests as and when required to ensure service needs are met Qualifications, Skills, and Experience SIA Validation and Accreditation (Security Industry Authority)Significant Customer Service experienceAble to work in a physically and mentally demanding roleBe able to work within a large and widespread environment requiring high levels of fitnessPC literate (word, excel, outlook)Professional and clear communication skillsBe able to implement confidentiality and discretion when on duty Please Note: This position is subject to full candidate screening, which will include employment history, right to work and a DBS checks being undertaken. We will require an up-to-date CV covering all employment dates and gaps in employment within the last 3 years where applicable, as well as completion of mandatory online training. Apply now if you meet the above criteria and wish to be considered.

About the role Title – Retail Security Officer Pay Rate – £14.26 per hour Location – Penzance Shift Timings – 45 hours per week 5 on 2off able to work in weekends You will be working in a well-known retail store, which holds various stock such as food/drink, clothing and homeware items. As a security officer, your main role is to ensure the safety and security of both staff and visitors alike, by staying vigilant to any suspicious activity, follow ASCONE to ensure shoplifting is kept to a minimum, and deliver customer service to those who visit the store. What will you get in return? Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer. Company-funded SIA License renewal. Cycle to work scheme. Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest. Salary finance loans and monthly advances. Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more. Save as you earn. Life cover. Private medical cover. Childcare vouchers. Private pensions. Fantastic opportunity to join an evolving family. Your main responsibilities may include: Patrolling the Retail Store Premises. Follow ASCONE Investigating Disturbances, as well as monitoring the entry and exit points of the retail store. Confidently calling for help in emergency situations and operating theft-detecting devices. Effectively dealing with large crowds and building positive customer relations. To succeed in this role, you will need the following: SIA License. Minimum of 6 months experience in security is preferred. Basic knowledge of computers. 5-year checkable work/career history. Experience in a similar role, would an advantage Physically fit to undertake given tasks. Possess the ability to work under pressure. About our company At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognise that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched within the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.

Job Title: Security OfficerLocation: Tewkesbury, Gloucester - Onsite Compensation: Competitive Salary + BenefitsRole Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF56388 At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Security Officer at our Ashchurch site. The roleAs a Security Officer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. The security team ensures our premises are secure and continue to operate allowing our wider team to deliver projects and support services. Our engineering is lauded by many, however without a successful support team creating the environment to succeed we cannot be as successful as we are. Day to day, you'll: Secure the premises with regular patrolling of property; monitor surveillance equipment; inspect buildings, equipment, and access points; permit entry if requiredPrevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, inform staff and visitors of policy and procedures; deter trespassersCompile reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activitiesEnsure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors, and the premisesRespond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers This role is full-time and will be based onsite in Tewkesbury. The role will be conducted on a shift pattern which will consists of twelve hour shifts, four days on and four days off. Essential experience of the Security Officer: Thinking and reasoning skills for dealing with emergencies Concentration and diligence skills to stay alert and aware of your surroundings. Customer service skills for challenging people politely but firmly Excellent verbal communication and negotiating skills. Able to conduct tasks on computer or hand-held device. Qualifications for the Security Officer: Relevant qualifications desirable, but not essential i.e., BTEC Level 3 Security Management or SIA We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. Please note that this position is subject to enhanced national security vetting. The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements (this may include obtaining SC, NNPPI or Developed Vetting (DV) level of security clearances). Our Benefits Generous holiday allowance Contributory Pension scheme, with life assuranceEmployee share scheme Employee shopping savings portalPayment of Professional FeesReservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows most employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Babcock International For over a century Babcock International have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. Closing date: 08/05/2024