UWE Bristol is an ambitious university. Together, our people are working hard to advance knowledge, inspire people and transform futures. We are looking for people with the skills and ambition to help us achieve those aims.
These posts are permanent appointments working 12 hour day shifts which is 7am to 7pm on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern. Due to the shift patterns and the need to ensure 24/7 cover at each campus and outer sites, it is not possible for this post to be a job share opportunity.
Grade C10: £24,309.00 per annum
Contractual overtime: £3,097.00 per annum
Weekend working allowances: £3,942.00 per annum
Plus 2 hours time off in lieu per week
The salary and allowances shown above are for 40 hours per week however the post is an average of 42 hours per week, therefore this post attracts 2 hours time off in lieu (TOIL) per week which is pre-programmed into the rota.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
UWE Bristol operates across 3 main campuses, Frenchay, Glenside and City Campus and you will be expected to work at any of these sites. The role includes the following duties:
To provide friendly, courteous, efficient and effective front-line assistance to students, staff and visitors, upholding high standards of customer service and being an ambassador for the University.
To respond appropriately / provide rapid response on foot or by vehicle to University security and emergency situations, including first aid response, and calls requesting assistance of the Emergency Services.
Deal with potentially challenging or distressing situations and make appropriate decisions in line with University policies and procedures. Be impartial, objective and professional at all times and remain polite and courteous.
To assist with the implementation of all University emergency procedures and liaison with the emergency services, including carrying out searches of University premises, vehicles, staff or students as dictated by operational circumstances.
To deal with intruders/unauthorised persons/disorders, where necessary escorting them from University premises and escalating in line with documented procedures
Respond to and operate University security technology, e.g. CCTV, access control, intruder detection, panic alarms etc.
Carry out Control Room duties in a professional manner and in line with relevant codes of practice.
To play an active role in special events within the University such as Open Days, official visits, award ceremonies and conferences as directed.
Youll have a good standard of general education or can demonstrate experience of security in a similar relevant role in a large organisation and be First Aid at Work trained or willing to be trained. Youre experienced in working in a customer focused environment; have the ability to respond calmly, proportionately and professionally to serious incidents; and to be able to effectively handle conflict. Youll be flexible to adjust shifts with reasonable notice to attend training etc.; be DBS checked; be able to work for sustained periods of effort in all weathers; and hold a current full driving licence and required to drive University vehicles.
Youll also be supporting UWE Open Days and Welcome Week etc.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
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