415 Security support officer jobs in United Kingdom

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    Wilson James

    3.5

    Security Support Officer

    London, England

    Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.

    We are looking for a Security Support Officer to join our fantastic team based at St Pancras, London. The client is an innovator and world leader in the Tech sector. They are also an integral company within a well known multinational technology conglomerate, headquartered in California. The client's facilities are modern and designed with functionality and form at their core. All staff on site have access to gyms, food offerings; all provided with a focus on wellbeing. There are also baristas serving fresh coffee daily, for everyone. Our client promotes inclusivity, innovation and world class performance. The service provider champions diversity, development and progression, to enable provision of sector best performance.

    What do you get from us:


    • The Role – Full time, 42 hours per week, varied hours between 0700 and 1900 and 1900 to 0700
    • Pay: £13.86 per hour
    • Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, discount vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme, private health insurance (BUPA type scheme)
    • Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
    • Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists via our rewards partner Vivup.
    • Non-Contractual Specific site benefits – access to on-site cafes and restaurants, gym and other on-site facilities.
    • Access to an Online GP Service for you and your dependents

    A typical day in the life as a Security Support Officer

    • Ensuring the building is safe and protected by carrying out both internal and external patrols, actively preventing any security concerns.
    • Checking, and verifying entry passes, monitoring of alarm systems, access control and investigating any suspicious activity or behaviour.
    • Interaction with customers, meeting and greeting both staff and visitors; listening to requests, taking an interest in what they have to say, show empathy, and be prepared to answer questions and follow up where you feel you might be able to help. It's about going that extra mile to show people we care.

    What are we looking for?
    We are looking for people who are passionate about helping others and keeping those around you both safe and secure.

    • SIA Licence
    • Experience in a security environment is beneficial but not essential, we are willing to put the time and resource into someone who may be recently licensed to give you the first step you might need.
    • Hard work and excitement for your job, we love to see people enjoying their role
    • A positive attitude with experience in a customer service role.

    Apply today and secure your future with Wilson James!


    Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability

    Base pay

    The minimum salary is £13.86 and the max salary is £13.86.
    £13.86/hr (Employer est.)
    London, England
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    Company overview

    Size
    5001 to 10000 Employees
    Founded
    1991
    Type
    Company - Private
    Industry
    Security and protective
    Sector
    Management and consulting
    Revenue
    Unknown / Non-Applicable

    Wilson James Ratings

    3.5
    • 70 %
      Recommend to a friend
    • 66 %
      Approve of CEO
    • CEO Mark Dobson
      Mark Dobson
      56 Ratings
    • Career opportunities
    • Comp and Benefits
    • Culture and values
    • Senior management
    • Work/Life Balance

    Wilson James Reviews by security officer

    Pros
    • "Good management and fairly well compensated" (in 8 reviews)
    • "good pay, progression within company" (in 7 reviews)
    • "You meet amazing people and really top notch guards who are very knowledgeable and good at their job." (in 6 reviews)
    Cons
    • "Management hid information when a college test positive for Covid" (in 8 reviews)
    • "Poor pay" (in 7 reviews)
    • "Benefits the company does not offer many benefits" (in 4 reviews)
    • "Bad shift work in the airports" (in 2 reviews)

    Wilson James Benefits

    3.6
    3 Ratings

    Employee benefit reviews

    • 30 Jan 2024
      Current Business Partner in London, England, England

      training, benefits, flexibility and promotion

    • 19 Sept 2023
      Former Employee in Southend-on-Sea, England, England

      No hybrid but good holiday entitlement

    • 3 Jan 2023
      Current Employee in London, England, England

      Good benefits scheme and flexible opportunities