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Job Overview
We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a zero hours Porter & Security Officer, starting as soon as possible. This pivotal role ensures the safety and security of our entire school community, including our pupils, staff, and valuable assets, while also providing a warm and professional welcome to all visitors on campus.
Job Overview
We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a zero hours Porter & Security Officer, starting as soon as possible. This pivotal role ensures the safety and security of our entire school community, including our pupils, staff, and valuable assets, while also providing a warm and professional welcome to all visitors on campus.
The Role
You'll be an integral part of a dedicated security team, committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment. Your responsibilities will blend essential security functions with crucial porter duties, ensuring smooth operations and a secure atmosphere for everyone.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitoring & Response: Vigilantly monitor CCTV feeds, and respond promptly to intruder and fire alarms, escalating issues as necessary.
* Patrols & Presence: Conduct regular and thorough foot patrols across college grounds, boarding houses, and exterior areas, maintaining a visible and reassuring presence.
* Threat Identification: Proactively identify any potential threats to security or safeguarding, escalating concerns appropriately to management.
* Emergency Management: Act as a central crisis point during emergencies, efficiently coordinating with emergency services and college personnel.
* Visitor Management: Warmly greet, welcome, and direct visitors throughout the campus, ensuring a positive experience.
* Logistics & Support: Manage the receipt and distribution of post and parcels, maintain a detailed security log, and support the functionality of electronic access systems.
* Event Assistance: Provide essential support for college events and functions, contributing to their smooth and successful execution.
* Community Care: Offer care and assistance to both college staff and pupils as needed.
* Maintenance & Ad-hoc: Maintain the Porters' Lodge in a clean and tidy state, and undertake other relevant tasks as directed by the Head Porter or other management.
(Please note: The specific balance between porter and security activities will vary depending on your assigned shift.)
Person Specification
We are looking for an individual who is not only skilled in security but also possesses a friendly and helpful demeanor, embodying the welcoming spirit of our college.
Skills And Experience
* Security Expertise: Extensive experience in a similar security role is highly desired.
* Qualifications: Possession of an SIA qualification and license is desirable; however, we are willing to support the right candidate in obtaining this if not already held.
* Communication: Demonstrably confident verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with a diverse range of individuals.
* Disposition: A happy and welcoming disposition coupled with a proactive "can-do" attitude.
* Interpersonal Skills: You should be diplomatic, tactful, and open-minded, with a strong ability to work collaboratively within a team.
* Driving: A clean driving license is a mandatory requirement for this role.
* First Aid: Being First Aid qualified is preferred; if not, a willingness to become qualified is expected.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity and to submit your application, please visit here.
How To Apply
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
To apply please see here
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: Midnight, Wednesday 9 July 2025.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Diversity and Inclusion
Winchester College is a truly international community that celebrates everyone’s individuality, talents and potential and offers regular training and career development opportunities. We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We work hard to create a culture where different perspectives are valued and our staff feel valued for their individuality and share a sense of belonging. Our aim is to reflect the diverse nature of society and of our pupil body.
Safeguarding
Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. Staff will receive appropriate safeguarding training which is regularly updated.
Sustainability
Both staff and pupils at Winchester College are committed to being the most sustainable school possible.
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