At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety and support for students in a vibrant university environment.
- Company: Join the University of Bath, an inclusive and diverse community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on teamwork and problem-solving.
- Why this job: Make a real difference while gaining valuable skills and experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a valid UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter Bonus (£1,000) and Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus.
About the role
This is an exciting position with a strong focus on pastoral care, based at an international university in the City of Bath. It is an excellent opportunity for applicants looking to support students and staff within a Higher Education setting. No two days are the same in this role, providing plenty of opportunities to develop new skills through hands-on experience and a range of training courses, including CCTV training, First Line Supervisor training and ASIST training. Together with a team of security staff, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment throughout both campus and City campus, including student accommodation and other University Buildings.
About you
We’re looking for someone who can make a real difference to our students. You’ll be someone who:
- Communicates clearly and genuinely with students and colleagues
- Provides understanding, support, and outstanding customer service, especially in a pastoral care role
- Is confident using computers and can write clear, accurate reports
- Can plan and prioritise when things get busy or conflicting demands arise
- Holds a valid UK driving licence for manual vehicles
- Stays calm and effective when dealing with challenging situations
- Enjoys working as part of a team to solve problems together
Further information
The position covers the main University campus and City campus buildings off site. The basic working week is of 38.5 hours (which includes 2 hours contracted overtime). These hours will be worked on a rotating shift basis cover 24/7 365 days of the year and attracts 15% shift allowance, plus 10% market supplement. The appointment will be made subject to a Basic Disclosure.
What we can offer you
We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university.
We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment. We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.
Benefits include:
- 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
- A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
- Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
- Local discounts and more
- A family-friendly workplace
- An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
- Relocation allowance
We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us.
Closing Date: 26 Aug 2026
Department: Operations
Accommodation Security Officer (Community And Emergency Response) (Kd13742r) - Bath, Ba2 7ay employer: University of Bath
The University of Bath is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Located in a vibrant city, the university provides a fulfilling career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education.
