Residential Security Officer

About The RoleWorking as part of a team, you'll provide assistance and support to residents at a National Probation Service Approved Premises (AP) including security, welfare and monitoring services. You'll maintain an active presence throughout your shift, ensuring that offenders, residents, visitors, colleagues and the fabric of the premises are kept safe and secure.Location:LondonVacancy Type:Permanent Full TimeHours Per Week:42Shift Pattern Start 20:00 Shift Pattern End: 08:004 on 4 off role in an approved premises, fully vetted role. £1 attendance allowance schemeYou will also:

• Undertake regular inspections and patrols of the building
• Monitor the behaviour of high risk residents
• Ensure that the building is locked and secure during curfew periods, and confirm the presence and wellbeing of residents overnight
• Support a safe working environment for staff, residents and visitors by adhering to Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures
• Deal with visitors and telephone calls, and monitor the work of visiting contractors
• Respond appropriately to abusive or aggressive behaviour.

With a commitment to equality and inclusion, and a caring approach, to succeed in this role you will also need:

• SIA Security Guarding Licence
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What will you get in return?

• A pension scheme- to save for the future - eligibility rules apply
• Access to high street discounts
• Access to low interest loans
• Recognition scheme 'OCS Stars'- monetary rewards given to top performers
• Training and Development- apprenticeships, e-learning, English as a Second Language and our award nominated 'Impact' Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support

About The CompanyOCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services including Cleaning, Catering, Security, Technical services, Energy Management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best that they can be.