Security Officer

Multiple roles available, both ongoing and fixed term positions

Join Our Security Team – Make a Real Impact on Campus!!

This isn’t just a security role—it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that keeps our university community safe, welcoming, and inclusive 24/7. Whether you're responding to situations, supporting students and staff, or working in our control room, no two days are the same.

We’re looking for proactive, motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team and are keen to help others. As part of our Security Team, you'll play a key role in creating a reassuring presence and helping to maintain a positive environment for students, staff and visitors.

You'll be working closely with colleagues across Estates and Facilities, ensuring a high-quality service for everyone on campus. The role involves shift work across a 24-hour schedule, so flexibility is key.

If you’re ready for a role where you can develop new skills, work with a supportive team, and make a difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Since this role involves driving a Security Services vehicle, full, current, valid driving licence is required. 

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

What we offer in return

Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Geoff Brown, Head of Community, Safety and Security

Email: g.brown1@leeds.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 08 Apr 2025

Section: Operational Support

Salary: £30,538 to £32,032 per annum (based on the standard University of Leeds Grade 4 salary, these figures include a shift weighting allowance of £5,089)