Security Officer - Maternity Cover

We are looking for a confident and vigilant Security Officer, with excellent communication skills to ensure pupils, staff and visitors are safeguarded within a comprehensive security service.  

You will thrive under pressure, be decisive and calm, whilst maintaining the highest levels of professionalism at all times. You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and enjoy working as part of a team. Working across grounds of over 400 acres and around 400 school buildings, you will be flexible and able to work on you own without direction. Duties include extensive patrolling around the College grounds, historical buildings, boarding houses and public spaces.

The role involves regular Control Room duties. The Security Team also provide a large degree of daily support to the College community in an array of operational aspects to ensure that all internal and external activities are supported to the highest standards.

This is a maternity leave post until 26 January 2027.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Benefits Working at Eton College comes with a wide range of benefits that recognise and reward our staff. These include a generous pension scheme with an 11% employer contribution (4.9% employee contribution), salary exchange for pensions and private healthcare, a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, and enhanced family‑friendly pay. Colleagues also benefit from a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or significantly discounted access to the College’s excellent sport and leisure facilities, and discounts with local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties
Supporting the security department and operating all the functions in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and daily briefings - including CCTV monitoring, intruder and fire alarm management, access control, visitor management, use of radio systems, management of keys and recording details of incidents through reports and daily occurrence books as appropriate;
To conduct direct patrolling (internally and externally on foot or using vehicular means), attend incidents and help coordinate situations with guidance from the Control Room or Security Supervisor.  Attend and pro-actively deal with any security-related incidents, as directed by the Control Room or line managers and accurately record all incidents in a concise and appropriate format. Operate security-related and personal protective equipment following departmental procedure (i.e. radios and body worn cameras), ensuring the equipment is clean and stored correctly, reporting any faults to the Deputy Head of Security;
Deal professionally with victims of crime and individuals in confrontational situations. It is expected that individual’s committing crimes at the College will be observed and detained at the Security Officer’s discretion awaiting the arrival of the Police;  
Maintain a good level of physical fitness to ensure that you can actively and physically fulfil your security responsibilities;  
Undertake staff training as required and receive guidance and instruction from the Head of Security, Deputy Head of Security and Security Supervisor when necessary;  
Carry out specialist and bespoke security duties in connection with events and VIP visits i.e. Fourth of June celebrations, CCF Tattoo and St Andrews Day;
To be smart and presentable;
Be enthusiastic and methodical in your approach to all aspects of work.  Treat all people with respect and dignity;
Exercise tact and diplomacy when needed;
Show tolerance and understanding.

All employees of Eton College are also expected to:

Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’;
Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring…