The University of St Andrews is currently seeking an ambitious and dynamic individual for the position of Security and Response Officer within the University Security and Response Team. Reporting to a Security and Response Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring that the University is a safe and secure environment for the students and staff that live and work here, as well as for visitors.
Working across and beyond the University Estate, duties will include ensuring that our buildings are secure, alarms and causes for concern are responded to appropriately, and that technology such as CCTV, incident recording system and digital radio / telephony system are utilised effectively.
Training will be provided during deployment, as part of a probationary period. Postholders will be required to undergo and pass training in an accredited Emergency First Aid course and Higher Education Safety and Security.
The post holder will be required to work as part of a team providing a 24/7, all year-round service working a 12-hour day shift / night shift pattern. In addition to the basic salary, a Premium Hours Payment of an additional 1/3rd time is paid for hours worked between 10 pm and 6 am where those hours are not subject to any other overtime rate. This equates to an approximate 11% uplift in salary which is reflected in the on-target earnings shown. Weekend and festive period working is required.
Before an appointment can be confirmed, you will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check and driving assessment.
Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:
- Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays
- Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Neil Johnston, Security Operations Manager, email: [email protected]
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on [email protected].
Closing Date: 13 July 2026
Please quote ref: MC1175DD
Estates
Salary: £27,319 - £31,236 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible
