Security Officer

Position

Security Officer

Cheltenham

Pay: £14.51 per hour

Average 52 hours per week (Night shift Friday to Monday)

Grade:
Site Based

From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

• Valid SIA licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to remain alert and proactive during overnight shifts
• Experience in corporate security, reception security, or control room duties (desirable)
• Competent in using CCTV, access control, and basic IT systems
• Reliable, professional, and able to work independently
• Uphold company standards for professional conduct and presentation

• Provide security services at the working location in line with Assignment Instructions and customer requirements.
• Protect customers’ employees, property, and assets.
• Deliver high levels of customer service demonstrating Securitas’ core values:
  Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness.
• Must have a full SIA Licence before starting operational shifts.

You will act as the first point of contact for staff and visitors, delivering exceptional customer service. As a Security Officer, you will ensure protection of property and premises by preventing unauthorized access, monitoring fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV; conducting patrols; managing keys; and maintaining logs and records. You’ll also handle visitor passes, lost property, and perform security equipment tests.

Prevent loss and waste by reporting risks and securing premises during patrols. Deter crime by operating security devices, enforcing stop and search policies, and reporting incidents. Additional duties include completing paperwork, making check calls, and supporting branch management. Demonstrate Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, while prioritising safety and compliance. Key competencies include Managing Self, Decision Making, Communication Skills, Operational Excellence, and Relationship Building.

• Valid SIA licence (Security Guarding or Door Supervisor)
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends
• Right to work in the UK with a 5‑year checkable history
• Strong communication skills in English—both written and spoken
• No current criminal convictions
• Ability to embody and uphold Securitas core values:
  Integrity, Vigilance, Helpfulness
• Excellent communication skills and strong customer focus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Punctual and reliable

• Prior experience as a Security Officer in the security industry
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous
• A full UK driving licence and own transport
• Experience in corporate security, reception security, or control room duties
• Competent in using CCTV, access control, and basic IT systems

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day! We see potential in every person and situation. We open our eyes to all that’s good. We make your world a safer place. We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

We celebrate diversity with events such as BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

We’re excited you’re considering a career with Securitas UK. Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status. We will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the role’s minimum requirements and disclose a disability to our Talent Team upon application. We support equality through Employee Networks, Race at Work Charter, and Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with…