Epsom College - Security/ Duty Porter

Location: Surrey
School: Epsom College
Type: Part-time
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Summary

Epsom College is seeking to appoint a part-time, term time only Security/ Duty Porter to join the Security team.

Detail

The function of this position is to provide a high quality and efficient duty porter service within the Estates department of the College. The role will be front facing dealing with security, visitors, staff & pupils and include the lock up and securing of the college at the end of the school day. The job will involve direct liaison with all College staff and an emphasis on excellent communication and customer services skills as well as the ability to deal with unexpected occurrences in an efficient and professional manner. This role involves lone working in the evenings across a large college site. This may not be suitable for everyone.

Main Duties

To carry out any daily duties as requested by the Security & Fire Manager or designate.
To be familiar with the college’s week's events calendar to appreciate what events are happening and where these events are taking place to ensure effective communications throughout.
To conduct checks of the College site perimeter to include barriers, pedestrian gates and the perimeter fences to ensure the site is secure.
To assist with access onto the site with the use of a Duty Security phone and deal with enquiries via any site entry requests via intercom.
To ensure that all tasks within your area of responsibility are completed to the required standard.
To ensure that all areas on the lock up procedure are secured at the end of the school day, setting alarms as required, report any areas of noncompliance by completing a checklist and raising any faults/incidents via the Every system (training will be provided).
To be aware of the security requirements and the implications of strangers on campus, be prepared to challenge individuals.
To use technology as supplied by the College.
To be fully conversant with the Emergency procedures and the Evacuation Plan and how to implement them when required.
Have an understanding of fire alarm panels and assist with dealing with any activations ensuring the relevant staff are notified.
Report any security breaches and compile security reports as necessary.
To assist with any on-site deliveries and post as directed by the Security & Fire Manager.
To be of smart appearance and appropriately dressed in the uniform provided.
To be aware of responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
To undertake duties in accordance with safeguarding procedures and protocols
To adhere to relevant regulations. i.e. Fire Safety, Manual Handling etc.
To attend all mandatory and relevant training as required.
Deal with any lost property or unattended items as per college policy.
To adopt a flexible approach to the role and undertake any other reasonable task as requested. i.e. internal/ external events and car parking.

Epsom College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment including regular training attendance.