Host - Security Officer

ISC group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in England seeks a Security Officer to welcome students and ensure site safety every Saturday. The candidate should have strong communication skills and knowledge of Safeguarding and Health and Safety. This role offers an hourly rate of £14 and requires CV and covering letter for application. Candidates will undergo child protection screening, ensuring the welfare of children. The closing date for applications is 9am on January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a security or educational setting is highly desirable.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Welcome all students, parents, and visitors to Ditton Field.
• Ensure no unauthorized access to the site.
• Safeguard pupils, staff, and visitors at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Safeguarding

Health and Safety understanding

Job description

The main purpose of this role will be to welcome all students, parents, and visitors to Ditton Field from 8am until 2pm each Saturday during term time and to ensure that no one is able to access the site without permission.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills to ensure pupils, staff and visitors are safeguarded at all times. As well as a thorough knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Health and Safety. Previous experience of working in a security or an educational setting is highly desirable.

A full job description is available and the hourly rate of pay for this role will be £14 per hour.

Application Details

Application is by CV and covering letter

Closing date: 9am on Monday 5th January 2026

Early applications are encouraged, as we may interview before the closing date and reserve the right to close the vacancy at any stage.

For queries regarding this role, please email: [e-mail]

Prior to interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at this school.

Kingston Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).