Buildings Security Night Officer

YMCA Bournemouth; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charitable organization in Bournemouth is seeking a Buildings Security Night Officer. In this role, you will ensure the safety and security of YMCA premises during night hours. Candidates should have experience in a responsible position and any relevant qualifications. Join us to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in our community.

Benefits

Competitive pension contribution

Free access to counselling service

Discounted gym memberships

Café discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a role with responsibility is essential.
• SIA qualifications and health and safety training are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of YMCA premises during night hours.
• Monitor CCTV images.
• Handle emergency situations appropriately.

Skills

Experience of working independently

SIA qualifications

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job title: Buildings Security Night Officer
Location: Bournemouth
Employment type: Full-time

Working hours: 36 Hours per week (8 day working week) (Monday – Sunday)
Salary: £20,219.76 per annum

About us

YMCA Bournemouth is a part of a global organisation making a real difference at a local level in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. We are dedicated to creating inclusive, diverse, and forward-thinking services that address the needs of our community. Our work spans key areas such as Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing, all with the aim of enabling individuals to reach their full potential in mind, body, and spirit.

About the position

We are looking for a Buildings Security Night Officer to join our team and contribute to the security of YMCA premises consisting of hostel rooms, self-contained flatlets, off-site accommodation, plus public and office areas. As part of the role, you will work within the Housing department, ensuring the security of YMCA premises and service users on a rota during the night hours (22:00 – 07:00).

Responsibilities

• To liaise with day staff at the start and end of any shift
• To monitor CCTV images as required
• To know and carry out correct procedures regarding resident rules, health and safety, COSHH, fire and first aid
• To handle emergency situations in relation to buildings in an appropriate manner and ensure these are recorded in a serious incident form
• To rapidly attend any part of the building to address an incident or provide assistance to a colleague as required

What we’re looking for

You will be a passionate and motivated individual who is driven by our mission to empower individuals and create stronger communities.

Personal attributes

• Committed to making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable adults

Qualifications and experience

• Experience of working independently in a position of responsibility (essential)
• SIA qualifications, COSHH courses, health and safety, health and social care courses, mental health courses, customer care (desirable)

If you’re a motivated team player who shares our values and wants to be part of a supportive, impactful organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

• Contribute to meaningful services and make a lasting, positive impact
• Join a passionate and supportive team that shares commitment to make positive change and build stronger communities
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you expand your skills and make an impact in your role
• Enjoy a range of benefits including a competitive pension contribution, free access to YMCA Bournemouth’s counselling service, discounted gym memberships and café discounts. Plus, enjoy discounts on holiday activity clubs, children’s parties, preschool services, and room, facility and minibus hire. Please note that employee benefits are subject to change

Additional information

• The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and BCP Safeguarding Children Partnership and Dorset Safeguarding Children Partnership statutory guidance.
• Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
• The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunity, both in the provision of services and as an employer of paid and unpaid workers.
• If you have a disability and require any adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, or within employment, please contact us directly.
• Please note we do not offer sponsorship opportunities with employment. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide appropriate documentation as required.

How to apply

Please download and complete a YMCA Bournemouth application form (link below) and criminal background declaration form (link below).