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The King's School, Canterbury
17/09/2025
Security Patrol Officer
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary
£20,424 per annum for hours and weeks of work + 16.5% holiday pay
Contractual hours
40
Basis
Full Time
Job category/type
Security
Date posted
05/09/2025
Job reference
VAC00548
Job description
Based in the beautiful setting of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustiness Abbey - a World Heritage Site, The King's School is one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.
The School requires a flexible person to undertake a wide range of security and access control duties across the School Estate. The position involves a high degree of interface with academic and support staff, parents, pupils and members of the general public so excellent communication, interpersonal skills and presentation are a pre-requisite.
You will be required to work 40 hours per week, 37 weeks per year. These hours/days will be notified in advance by the Head of Security.
Previous security experience in corporate environments, a current SIA Level 2 Door Supervisor Licence and a full UK driving licence are essential.
If you would like an informal discussion to learn more about the appointment please contact Jason Gossip, Head of Security, on j.-
The post will be closed once we have recruited to the role.
The King's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Online checks will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.
Security Patrol Officer