Security Officer
| Posting date: | 05 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,288 to £34,934 per year |
| Additional salary information: | (inc. 15% shift allowance) and 2 hours contractual overtime per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bath, Bath & N E Somerset |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Bath |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KD13249 |
Summary
About the role
This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter bonus (£1,000) * and Campus Services refer a friend bonus.
This is an exciting position at an international University based in the City of Bath for any applicant that is looking to help and support students and staff within a Higher Education setting.
The role is strongly customer focused and you must demonstrate an ability to perform well within a team and also be able to demonstrate the use of initiative whilst working alone when dealing with emergencies, medical first aid response, alarm activations and many other reported incidents.
Together with a team of security staff, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment throughout both campus and City campus, including student accommodation and other University Buildings.
About you
You are required:
to have excellent communication skills and be able to deal with a diverse international community, providing understanding, support and outstanding customer service.
to have computer skills and be able to use various software packages, including custom software specific to the University and general software. Training will be provided when needed.
To perform in this role you must also:
hold a full UK driving licence for motor cars
be First Aid At Work (FAAW) trained
hold a Security Industry Authority licence
*Please note: If applicants do not currently hold the FAAW qualification or an SIA licence, we will provide the necessary training. We would still encourage anyone interested to apply.
Further information
The position includes responsibility for the primary University campus along with the off-site buildings of the City campus.
The basic working week is of 38.5 hours which includes 36.5 hours + 2 hours contracted overtime; these hours will be worked on a rotating shift basis cover 24/7 365 days of the year and attracts 15% shift allowance; at times during staff shortages you will be required to work with other Campus teams and cover different shifts.
The appointment will be made subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check being obtained.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, this role is eligible for a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time positions.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you at the time of application.
Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter bonus (£1,000) * and Campus Services refer a friend bonus.
This is an exciting position at an international University based in the City of Bath for any applicant that is looking to help and support students and staff within a Higher Education setting.
The role is strongly customer focused and you must demonstrate an ability to perform well within a team and also be able to demonstrate the use of initiative whilst working alone when dealing with emergencies, medical first aid response, alarm activations and many other reported incidents.
Together with a team of security staff, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment throughout both campus and City campus, including student accommodation and other University Buildings.
About you
You are required:
to have excellent communication skills and be able to deal with a diverse international community, providing understanding, support and outstanding customer service.
to have computer skills and be able to use various software packages, including custom software specific to the University and general software. Training will be provided when needed.
To perform in this role you must also:
hold a full UK driving licence for motor cars
be First Aid At Work (FAAW) trained
hold a Security Industry Authority licence
*Please note: If applicants do not currently hold the FAAW qualification or an SIA licence, we will provide the necessary training. We would still encourage anyone interested to apply.
Further information
The position includes responsibility for the primary University campus along with the off-site buildings of the City campus.
The basic working week is of 38.5 hours which includes 36.5 hours + 2 hours contracted overtime; these hours will be worked on a rotating shift basis cover 24/7 365 days of the year and attracts 15% shift allowance; at times during staff shortages you will be required to work with other Campus teams and cover different shifts.
The appointment will be made subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check being obtained.
Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, this role is eligible for a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time positions.
This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you at the time of application.
Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.
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