The Estates department 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.
This post is available for an initial 6-month period, with the possibility of extension.
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.
This could be an exciting secondment opportunity. This role offers the chance to develop skills, gain experience in a new area, and make a meaningful contribution to the team and wider organisation.
Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Gary Pollock, [email protected]
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions
Closing Date: 26 August 2026
Please quote ref: MC1268RH
Estates
Salary: £27,319 - £31,236 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible
