Senior Security Officer

Senior Security Officer – University of Bath

Name:
Senior Security Officer

Location:

University of Bath

This is an exciting leadership role at an international University in the City of Bath, ideal for an experienced security professional who is committed to supporting, guiding and protecting staff, students and visitors in a Higher Education setting.

The position is highly customer-focused, requiring you to lead a team of Security Officers while also taking charge during emergencies, welfare incidents, first aid situations, alarm activations and a range of critical events. You will be a visible, approachable presence across campus, helping to maintain a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for the entire University community.

You will supervise and motivate your team, provide regular briefings, handle performance and training needs, carry out incident investigations, support emergency services, preserve evidence, write accurate incident reports, be responsible for CCTV use, building access, patrols, key control, and assist University staff and students with urgent concerns. No two shifts are the same, and this varied, hands‑on role allows you to make a real difference every day.

• Excellent communication expertise and the ability to support a diverse international community with integrity and compassion.
• IT skills and confidence in using reporting systems and software packages (training provided).
• Leadership qualities, good judgement and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

• Hold a full UK driving licence covering both manual and automatic vehicles.
• Hold or be ready to acquire an SIA Door Supervisor licence.
• Be First Aid at Work trained (or willing to undertake training).
• Be open to undertaking Mental Health First Aid training and any additional security‑related accreditations as needed.
• If you do not currently hold the First Aid at Work certification or an SIA licence, full training will be provided.

The position covers the main University campus and University buildings off site. The basic working week is 36.5 hours plus 2 hours contracted overtime, worked as part of a 24/7, 365‑day, 12‑hour rotating shift pattern with a 15% shift allowance. During periods of staff shortage, you may be required to work with other Campus teams or cover alternative shifts. The appointment will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Uniform and all relevant training (SIA, FAAW, MHFA, CCTV) will be provided.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym.
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees.
• Staff discount on language courses.
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes.
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days.
• Wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, Linked In Learning and more.
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath.
• Local discounts.
• Family‑friendly workplace.
• Excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce.
• Relocation allowance.
• Visa reimbursement and interest‑free loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses.

We do not assess immigration or right to work status until the offer stage. Being invited to interview does not guarantee eligibility for visa sponsorship and all offers are conditional on meeting right to work requirements. Further information is available on our application support webpage.

Anonymous shortlisting:
We are constantly seeking to reduce unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. Personal details such as your name may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.