Security Officer

Security Officer

North Tyneside Councils Facilities Management Team is seeking a committed and professional Security Officer to join our high performing service.  This full-time role will be based at Quadrant Campus, supporting the safety, security and smooth operation of this key council site.

About the role

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors and council assets.  Duties will include:

• Monitoring and patrolling the Quadrant Campus buildings and grounds (this includes both Quadrant East and Quadrant West sites)
• Carry out static guarding duties at Quadrant Campus
• Managing access control, including visitor and contractor sign-in procedures
• Monitoring of CCTV systems
• Responding to security incidents, alarms and emergencies
• Adhere to site operating and emergency procedures
• Respond to questions and queries from building users
• Supporting the wider Facilities Management Team with operational tasks as required
• You will work as part of a dynamic team ensuring that all security duties, as directed, are carried out efficiently.

The salary is grade 3 (SCP 3-4), £24,796 - £25,185.

You would be required to work a three week pattern involving early and late shifts.

The successful candidate 

Essential Criteria:

Knowledge and experience of static guarding in community-based settings.

Hold a valid license with the Security Industry Authority.

Strong emotional resilliance appropriate to the role.

Able to communicate effectivly and be confident in managing challenging situations.

Contact

For an informal conversation regarding the vacancy, please contact: 

Tom Soulsby, Operational Manager.

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The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, and a Standard DBS disclosure will be required.

Why North Tyneside Council?

Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression.

As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well-being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued. 

Together, we're crafting a workplace that's built on our values and a shared commitment to making a difference. If you are passionate and committed about making a difference and want to work somewhere where you can make positive change, we will provide the right environment for you to excel.

Alongside our People First strategy, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance.  Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business.

Require a reasonable adjustment? If you feel a reasonable adjustment will provide additional support in both the recruitment process and within the workplace, please indicate this to the hiring manager on your application. Declaring a reasonable adjustment will not subject you to any form of discrimination when determining which applicants are successful for interview and employment with us.

Our Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan

In 2019, North Tyneside Council declared a climate emergency. This declaration set a target to reduce the carbon footprint of the council’s operations, and the borough, by 50% by 2023 and to align to the Government’s net zero target of 2050.

We recognise the significant role we can play in the borough in helping to limit climate change, but we can’t do this alone; we need help from all our residents, businesses, voluntary and community sectors and of course all those who apply and work for us. Together we can make North Tyneside a sustainable place to live and work for everyone in the borough.

To learn more about Our Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan, click here .

Applying

To view more information about the role and view the Job Description please click "Apply" you will be taken to the North Tyneside Careers Portal.

Learn More

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