Security Assistant

Source Bedford College Category Other Location Bedford Hours 40 hours per week – 36 weeks per year Salary Between £25,467 and £28,482 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications Job description

We are currently seeking two Security Assistants to join our Estates and Facilities department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Security Assistant, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Campus Patrol & Safety Monitoring – Conduct regular internal and external patrols to maintain order, monitor behaviour, and ensure a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.
• Emergency Response & Incident Management – Respond to emergencies (e.g. fire alarms, medical incidents, intruders), assist with lockdown procedures, and act professionally in challenging situations.
• Access Control & Crime Prevention – Check ID cards, prevent unauthorised access, protect property from theft or damage, and promote crime prevention across the campus.
• Operational Support & Flexibility – Assist with estates duties (e.g. deliveries, cleaning, furniture moves), support college events, and provide cover across campuses as required.
• Compliance & Professional Conduct – Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health & safety standards; maintain punctuality and professional appearance; and engage in training including first aid certification.
  
  

About You

• Qualifications & Training – SIA licence (or willingness to obtain), First Aid at Work qualification (or willingness to undertake), and GCSEs in English and Maths (A–C or equivalent).
• Experience & Knowledge – Experience working in customer-focused and public-facing environments, with basic health & safety awareness and understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Skills & Attributes – Strong verbal and written communication, ability to defuse difficult situations, follow instructions, and work independently or as part of a team with tact and diplomacy.
• Values & Conduct – Committed to College values (Student Focus, High Performance, Respect, Openness, Honesty), reliable, proactive, and professional in all interactions.
• Flexibility & Mobility – Holds a valid driving licence, has access to a vehicle, and is willing to work across all College sites and adapt hours to meet operational needs.
  
  

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: TBC

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
  
  

Closing date: 31/12/2025

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