Security Officer

Company Description

Security Officer

📍 Yeovil, BA20
💰 Up to £14.46 per hour
⏰ Full-time | 42 hours per week

Shift Patterns

•  Hours: 4 on 4 off! Days, Nights & Weekends,

Start a Career That Makes a Difference:

Join Securitas UK as a Security Officer supporting a high-profile site in Yeovil. Whether you want the stability of a core role or the flexibility of relief work, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in security.

No SIA licence? No problem — full training and ongoing support provided, we value transferable skills form all industries, this could be move for you!

What's in it for you??

• Free onsite parking
• Onsite café & shop
• Career progression & apprenticeship opportunities
• Full training & development from day one
• Access to STRIVE employee benefits app
• Major Discounts, wellbeing support & so much more!

Job Description

What's in it for you??

• Free onsite parking
• Onsite café & shop
• Career progression & apprenticeship opportunities
• Full training & development from day one
• Access to STRIVE employee benefits app
• Major Discounts, wellbeing support & so much more!

Job Description

What you'll be doing:

You’ll help keep people, property and premises safe by:

• Monitoring CCTV, alarms & site access
• Carrying out security patrols
• Supporting staff, visitors & contractors
• Managing incidents & reporting concerns
• Controlling vehicle access & parking
• Issuing visitor passes & managing keys
• Delivering excellent customer service

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.

Qualifications

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

What We’re Looking For

• Great communication & customer service skills
• Reliable, professional & proactive attitude
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work days, nights & weekends
• Physically fit (regular patrols included in the role)

Must Have’s:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be able to pass BPSS & SC clearance
• Be a British National
• Have lived in the UK for the past 5 years
• SIA licence holders welcome, but not essential.

Due to the nature of this opportunity, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance - Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.

Additional Information

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK! You're one step closer to joining a global team of 336,000+ colleagues who help make the world a safer place each and every day.

Here, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, which help guide how we operate and how our people experience work, each and every day! We have a promise too:

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place

So what you can expect 
Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully. We know applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help. No matter the outcomes, you will always receive communication from us.

See an inclusive world

Inclusion isn’t a tick-box for us – it’s how we work. We know our strength comes from different perspectives, in every role and every team. We’re proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. If you tell us you have a disability when you apply, and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, our Talent Team will guarantee you an interview.

Through our Employee Networks, the Race at Work Charter, the Armed Forces Covenant and more, our people drive real change. We celebrate diversity all year round with moments like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month – because seeing an inclusive world starts with how we show up every day.

See a rewarding world

We understand the importance of reward and recognition when it comes to our peoples work. From day one you're able to:

• Save More: Exclusive employee big brand discounts through STRIVE, Cycle to Work savings, Specsavers offers and free mortgage advice.
• Look After Your Health: Healthcare cash plans, dental cover plans, 24/7 GP access, mental wellbeing support and online dental advice.
• Plan for Your Future: Pension scheme, Payroll ISA and financial wellbeing resources to help you achieve your goals.
• Peace of Mind: Life assurance and support for you and your family when it matters most.

Take the next step your career journey 
Join a team that values you start your career with Securitas UK today.

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