"Accommodation Security Officer"

Accommodation Security Officer

University of Bath - Security

Location:	Bath
Salary:	£32,908 to £37,431 Grade 5, per annum, (inc. 15% shift allowance and 2 hours contractual overtime per week)
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On: 27th January 2026
Closes: 10th February 2026
Job Ref: KD13370

About the role

This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter Bonus* (£1,000) and Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*.

This is an exciting position at an international University based in the City of Bath for any applicant that is looking to help and support students and staff within a Higher Education setting.

The role is strongly customer focused and you must demonstrate an ability to perform well within a team and also be able to demonstrate the use of initiative whilst working alone when dealing with emergencies, medical first aid response, alarm activations and many other reported incidents.

Together with a team of security staff, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe environment throughout both campus and City campus, including student accommodation and other University Buildings.

About you

You are required:

• to have excellent communication skills and be able to deal with a diverse international community, providing understanding, support & outstanding customer service.
• to have computer skills and be able to use various software packages, including custom software specific to the University and general software. Training will be provided when needed.

To perform in this role you must also:

• hold a full UK driving licence for motor cars
• be First Aid At Work (FAAW) trained
• hold a Security Industry Authority licence

Further information

The position covers the main University campus & City campus buildings off-site.

The basic working week is of 38.5 hours which includes 36.5 hours + 2 hours contracted overtime; these hours will be worked on a rotating shift basis cover 24/7 365 days of the year and attracts 15% shift allowance; at times during staff shortages you will be required to work with other Campus teams and cover different shifts.

The appointment will be made subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check being obtained.

What we can offer you

Campus Services New Starterbonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, this role is eligible for a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your 6 months’ probation. Please note this bonus is pro-rata for part time positions.

This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you at the time of application.

* Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.