Security Officer

Wellington College is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400-acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state-of-the-art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.

We have an exciting opportunity within our Security department who are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Security Officer.

About the role:

You will join on a full-time, permanent basis (44 hours per week).

The Wellington College Security Department operates daily by conducting three security shift patterns to facilitate 24/7 security services throughout the College estate and Wellington Prep School. The overriding purpose of the role is to ensure that pupils, staff, and visitors are safeguarded within a comprehensive security service that enables teaching, learning, living, and recreation to take place in a safe and secure environment.

Benefits:

Wellington College offers a wide range of benefits, in addition to a competitive salary we offer:

1. 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
2. Free lunch whilst on duty
3. Subsidised membership to the Health & Fitness Club
4. Generous contribution to the personal pension scheme
5. EAP
6. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme
7. Free parking
8. Access to a health cash plan

Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements):

• Security Officers are responsible for operating all the required security tasks and functions in accordance with Security Assignment Instructions
• Act as fire ‘first responders’ for all fire activations
• Security staff are required to conduct direct patrolling within the College estate and attend incidents

Person Specification

The successful incumbent must have:

• Knowledge of the private security sector is required with personal experience in operating surveillance camera systems and other computer-based access control systems
• Knowledge of fire detection systems is desirable.
• A British Security Industry (SIA) Authority qualification is required such as: Level 2 Award in Door Supervision, Close Protection, Security Guard, Public space Surveillance (CCTV Operator) etc. (Only one qualification required)
• A Full driving licence

So, if you are committed to contributing towards the College community, think you’ve got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please apply now.

For further details, including how to apply, please visit the Support page of our website at https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/.

We can only accept applications via our vacancy website application form.

Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.