At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and staff, ensuring safety and responding to emergencies on campus.
- Company: International University in Bath with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: £1,000 new starter bonus, competitive salary, shift allowance, and overtime pay.
- Other info: Join a supportive community that values diversity and offers excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, team player, and valid UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 35578 - 40469 £ per year.
This is an exciting position, with a focus on pastoral care, at an international University based in the City of Bath for any applicant that is looking to help and support students and staff within a Higher Education setting. The role is strongly customer focused and you must demonstrate an ability to perform well within a team and also be able to demonstrate the use of initiative whilst working alone when dealing with emergencies, medical first aid response, alarm activations and many other reported incidents. 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.
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, due to the role
- Stays calm and effective when dealing with challenging situations
- Enjoys working as part of a team to solve problems together
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 & Barring Service (DBS) check being obtained.
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 equity 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 and 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're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.
This role is eligible for a £1,000 bonus, payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time and FTC positions. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying, that you select ‘other’ and note their name when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?'. The referrer must be noted at time of application to be considered.
£35,578 to £40,469 inclusive of 25% in additional allowances (15% shift allowance and 10% market supplement), plus 2 hours of contracted overtime per week.
Accommodation Security Officer (Community and Emergency Response) in Bath employer: University of Bath
Join our vibrant community at an internationally renowned university in the picturesque City of Bath, where we prioritise the well-being and safety of our students and staff. As an Accommodation Security Officer, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values diversity and offers excellent employee growth opportunities, including a generous new starter bonus and additional allowances. With a commitment to pastoral care and a focus on teamwork, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students while enjoying a dynamic and inclusive environment.
