Store Detective in Northampton

Position: Store Detective Location: South Northampton to Weston Favell Pay Rate: £17.00 per hour Hours: Various Shifts: Various Applicants must have a SIA Door Supervisor or Close Protection Licence. Previous Store Detective experience / 3 years Retail Security Experience, plus a strong understanding of retail loss prevention required. This is a mobile role. Candidates must be willing and able to travel between various sites within the local area. What You'll Be Doing - Working in a covert capacity to identify and prevent retail theft - Blending into the store environment while maintaining a professional presence - Monitoring customer behaviour and identifying signs of suspicious activity - Applying ASCONE principles to ensure all interventions are lawful, safe and compliant - Gathering evidence and producing accurate incident and witness reports - Supporting investigations through CCTV review and evidence collection - Safely apprehending offenders when appropriate and in line with procedures - Managing and de-escalating challenging situations professionally - Liaising with store management, Tesco Hub teams and local police where required - Travelling between multiple retail sites within the local area - Reporting incidents using digital systems, mobile applications and reporting platforms - Supporting the safety and security of colleagues, customers and visitors What We're Looking For - You'll fit right in if you: - Have strong observation skills and attention to detail - Can identify suspicious behaviour that others may miss - Remain calm and professional under pressure - Communicate confidently and professionally - Are comfortable working independently - Can build positive relationships with store teams and external stakeholders - Have strong written English skills for report writing and evidence gathering - Are confident using digital systems, apps and reporting platforms - Enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same Key Information and Benefits