Security and Community Safety Officer

Whilst fulfilling the usual remit of a Security and Community Safety Officer, the role at the University has a focus on the student experience, Customer service and Support whether studying, working or part of the community in accommodation.

Being front-line, good customer service is key to helping the different areas when on site. This can include, site access, evidence retrieval, working closely with the residential life team to ensure safety across the varied areas.

Working with the Campus Police team, you will be given the opportunity to gain and enhance skills to be able to achieve a high standard of community safety, whilst building your training portfolio through scenario exercises such as water rescue, fire investigations and first aid response.

The department is a subsidiary of the University of Northampton, with a layered management team, allowing you chance to build upon your position and get the most out of your experience.

Working in the higher education sector, we are looking for the applicant to have excellent customer service and communications skills, along with a good, flexible, and positive approach to a situation.

Security experience would be an advantage with candidates requiring a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) Door Supervisor license. Having a Close Circuit Television (CCTV) SIA license is preferred, however, not essential as we offer training to obtain this license.

We are looking for someone keen to learn new areas and help build upon our reputation of security and community safety, helping to lead the way to a safer tomorrow.

A full driving license is desirable for this post.

Qualifications

Essential:

• SIA door supervisor license


• SIA CCTV Operative License (or to be obtained during probation period)


• First Aid at Work Certificate (or to be obtained during probation period)
  
  1st Degree Facilities is a trading name of UNEL which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton, and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of employment.


This is an exciting time to join our Company as the University relocated in September 2018 to a new purpose-built, town-centre campus., The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.

Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change

Full Time - Average 42 hours per week. 12 hour shifts following a 4 on 4 off shift pattern

Interview Date: 18 June 2024

Are you looking for a new exciting opportunity with varied tasks? Are you looking to challenge yourself and exceed in customer service? Then look no further and come and work for us! We can guarantee you that no two days will be the same.

You will be working in a thriving environment, where quality performance and standards lead the way and be part of an inclusive team that is open to change and new ideas. We will develop you and encourage career growth.

The Security and Community Safety team at the University of Northampton provide support to students and staff 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year through a highly visible, friendly, and proactive provision across the estate.

Working at the University of Northampton comprises of a town centre campus and current benefits include:

• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Learning & Development opportunities


• Employee Assistance Programme and Counselling


• Retail and high street discounts


You will be working a 12 hour, 4 on 4 off, days and nights shift pattern, over an averaged 42 hours a week. Full training will be provided. You will be primarily based at the new Waterside campus, however you may be required to work at any of our sites as requested.