Overview
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From initial greeting through to departure our professionally trained security team are here to help. They control access to the village, assist with emergencies and ensure our guests have an enjoyable stay. We hope our guests never need them, but knowing we have a Security team on call all year-round provides peace of mind and reassurance.
Security Officer | £13.81 per hour
Please note this is a fixed-term contract until 1st September 2026.
Responsibilities
* Welcoming guests, visitors, and colleagues to the village daily
* Carrying out vehicle, cycle, and foot patrols, conducting vehicle checks
* Escorting colleagues moving high volume items across the village
* Responding to emergencies, including liaising with the emergency services and writing incident reports
About the role and qualities
The ideal candidate will have the ability to remain calm under pressure, with the ability to communicate competently both verbally and in writing. A First Aid qualification is essential and full training will be given if necessary.
Essential requirements
* Good communication skills, both orally and written
* Ability to perform under pressure
* A good knowledge of IT systems
* Friendly, genuine, and warm towards colleagues and guests
* Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months
* SIA door supervisor badge and First Aid at work certificate or willing to undertake training
Desirable
* Previous Security experience
About the Benefits
* Colleague Bonus Scheme
* Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
* Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
* Free use of our leisure facilities
* Discounted Center Parcs breaks
* 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
* Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
* An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
* Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
Please note you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Woburn Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey.
Hours
Hours of work: 120 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. Your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period. The village is open 365 days a year, so working hours may include public/bank holidays and during Christmas and/or New Year on a rota basis.
About You
Essential requirements and desirable requirements are listed above. The role is based at Center Parcs, and duties align with security and guest services within a hospitality setting.
Closing date: 6th October 2025
Interviews to be held: 27th October 2025
Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome. We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
* Hospitality
Bedford, England, United Kingdom
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