We’re Hiring: Security Officer

📍 Location: Slough, SL1 4UE
💰 Pay: £14.50 per hour
📅 Hours: 42, 4 on 4 off

⏰ Shift Pattern:

• 4 shifts on: 07:00 - 19:00, followed by 4 days off
• 4 shifts on: 08:00 - 20:00, followed by 4 days off
• Days only

🎓 From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes!

Grade: 3.1. Site Based

As a Security Officer, you will provide excellent customer service while protecting people, property, and assets. The Security Officer will support a professional and secure environment, helping organisations deliver efficient services and maintain smooth operations. The Security Officer must hold a valid SIA licence and be flexible to work a range of shifts.

Responsibilities

You’ll play a vital part in keeping people, property, and information safe. That includes:

• Welcoming and assisting staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Conducting regular security patrols and site inspections.
• Monitoring and protecting people, property, and assets.
• Controlling access, responding to alarms, and operating CCTV systems.
• Supporting emergency procedures, including evacuations and searches.
• Investigating incidents and reporting security or safety concerns promptly.
• Completing security checks, incident reports, and site records accurately.
• Carrying out locking/unlocking duties and supporting health and safety procedures.
• Delivering excellent customer service while maintaining a safe and secure environment.
• Ensuring compliance with site procedures, regulations, and security standards.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A valid SIA Licence (or willingness to obtain one).
• The right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable employment history.
• No unspent criminal convictions.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Committed to the values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness.
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

• Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Security Officer.
• A full UK driving licence and access to own transport.
• A valid First Aid qualification.

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.

Click "I'm Interested" and start seeing a different world with Securitas UK.