Security Officer
£13.81 per hour
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.
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, liaising with emergency services, and writing incident reports
Essential Requirements
* Good communication skills, both orally and written
* Ability to perform under pressure
* 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 licence and first‑aid qualification or willingness to undertake training
Desirable Requirements
* Previous security experience
Hours of Work
Contracted to work 168 hours per 4‑week period on a flexible basis. Shifts are 12 hours, from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm and from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am. The village is open 365 days a year, so working hours may include weekends, public/bank holidays and during Christmas/New Year on a rota basis.
Commute
You must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longleat Forest (BA12 7PU). Public transport is not easily accessible; if you plan to use it, please review the link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey.
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 – a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
* Employee Assistance Program – support on financial, health and legal matters
* Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
Application Deadline
Closing date: 25th December 2025. Interviews to be held 2nd January 2026. Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission is therefore encouraged.
Equal Opportunity
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. 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.
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