Night Security Officer

3 weeks ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom Leeds Castle Full time

Full time night security officer required.

Leeds Castle in Kent is one of the country’s leading heritage visitor attractions, welcoming over 550,000 visitors each year. As well as the castle we have estate buildings, holiday cottages, bed and breakfast accommodation and 500 acres of grounds, parklands and formal gardens

Reporting to the Security Manager, the successful applicant will as part of the security team help to deliver the day to day security and first aid provision for the historic estate, collections and the safety and welfare of customers, tenants, residents and visitors.

The security of the estate and its visitors is of high priority to always present a safe and secure environment.

The successful applicant must be flexible and willing to work at short notice.

The current security 12 hour shift pattern worked is four on four off 365 days per year.

Objectives of the role:

- Ensure a safe environment through a team effort of diligent active patrol, strict access control, monitoring, and equipment control
- Be visible and observant at all times, greeting staff, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner
- Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls swiftly and appropriately.,

In addition to your main areas of responsibility, the values and behaviours that are required from all our people for the successful delivery of our vision and strategy are summarised below:
**VISION**

To be the South’s top heritage destination for relaxation, hospitality & experiences that surprise & delight

**VALUES**:
**WELCOMING**:Everyone is treated as a valued guest

**BEHAVIOUR**:We welcome our guests with warmth & the personal touch, going the extra mile to make sure guests have a fabulous experience, while keeping them safe. We are inclusive, welcoming people of all races, genders, ages, sexualities & abilities. We build connections with communities & partner organisations to reach those who experience barriers to visiting.

**SURPRISING**: We are a living, breathing heritage site, a place that uses its assets with joy. We look at life through a different lens, seeking surprising hidden stories & new approaches

**BEHAVIOUR**:We are curious, think laterally & always look for the Leeds Castle ‘twist’ to make us stand out. We are agile, flexible & open to change.

**ENDURING**:As estate custodians, we understand our assets, think long-term in caring for & improving them & leaving a healthy, positive legacy for future generations.

**BEHAVIOUR**: We manage finances for the long-term, investing wisely & monitoring payback. Staff spend charitable funds prudently, always seeking best value. We minimise environmental footprint & work towards net zero carbon emissions. We plan regular maintenance & capital projects to protect our assets, doing the job properly & once. Our decision making is ethical, transparent & has integrity.

**NURTURING**:We continue the estate tradition of looking after our people & communities.

**BEHAVIOUR**:We respect different skills, experience & views. We work as one team, supporting & developing staff, recognising this is a lifestyle, not just a job. We take ownership of challenges & opportunities, successes & failures, always learning from experience. We are a good neighbour & partner, with a positive influence in Kent and beyond.

**Application Criteria**

Preferred elements:

- A current First Aid at Work qualification.
- A minimum of three years’ service within the security or equivalent industry.
- A current SIA licence (not essential)
- Customer focussed

Desirable elements:

- CCTV operation and monitoring.
- Security training qualification.
- Conflict management course completion
- Have a working knowledge of security systems.
- Completed basic recognised security anti-terrorist training courses.
- Proven track record of security employment in the heritage sector
- Strong team player.
- Helpful, courteous attitude

Those attaining the required standard and attributes will be offered the opportunity to attend for an interview with the security manager.

**Benefits**:

- Company pension scheme
- Discounted or free food available.
- On-site parking
- Paid holiday
- Ongoing Training Package
- Yearly free entry passes to the estate
- Security uniform provided
- Security equipment provided

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Working on a 4 on 4 off security rota 365 days per year..

**Experience**:

- Working within a security company three years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Security Industry Association (preferred)
- Full UK driving licence

**Salary**: £28,291.70 per year

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
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