Security Officer

From initial greeting through to departure our professionally trained security team are here to help. They control access to the village, assist with emergencies and ensure our guests have an enjoyable stay.

We hope our guests never need them, but knowing we have a Security team on call all year-round provides peace of mind and reassurance.

SECURITY OFFICER | £13.81 per hour

We are looking for a cheerful and efficient Security Officer to work within a small team, responsible for the Security of our village. This role is paramount to our guest journey as you will represent their first impressions of Center Parcs.

Duties will include:

• Welcoming guests, visitors, and colleagues to the village daily
• Carrying out vehicle, cycle, and foot patrols, conducting vehicle checks
• Escorting colleagues moving high volume items across the village
• Responding to emergencies, including liaising with the emergency services and writing incident reports
• The ideal candidate will have the ability to remain calm under pressure, with the ability to communicate competently both verbally and in writing. A First Aid qualification is essential and full training will be given if necessary.

Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longleat Forest (BA12 7PU), as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work 168 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

Shifts are 12 hours, from 6:30am to 6:30pm and 6:30pm to 6:30am. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• Good communication skills, both orally and written
• Ability to perform under pressure
• A good knowledge of IT systems
• Friendly, genuine, and warm towards colleagues and guests
• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months
• SIA Door Supervisor licence and First Aid qualification or willing to undertake training

Desirable requirements:

• Previous Security experience

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.

Closing date: 25th December 2025

Interviews to be held: 2nd January 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

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