Winchester College - Porter & Security Officer

Hampshire
Winchester College
Temporary

Summary

Winchester College is hiring a Porter & Security Officer to start asap. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe and secure environment for the school community, assets, staff, pupils, and visitors, while ensuring a friendly welcome for all.

Detail

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be part of a high-performing security team, with duties including:

Monitoring CCTV and responding appropriately.
Conducting regular foot patrols of College grounds and Boarding Houses for exterior security.
Actively identifying and escalating security or safeguarding threats.
Serving as a crisis center during emergencies, contacting emergency services and College personnel.
Greeting, welcoming, and directing visitors while overseeing College activity.
Receiving and distributing post/parcels.
Maintaining a security log.
Supporting the electronic access systems.
Monitoring and responding to intruder/fire alarms.
Assisting with events and functions.
Providing care and assistance to College staff and pupils.
Maintaining a clean driving license.
Being prepared to become a qualified first aider if not already.
Keeping the Porters’ Lodge clean and tidy.
Supporting the Head Porter with other tasks as directed.
The balance between porter and security duties may vary depending on the shift.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

Extensive experience in a similar security role (desired).
SIA qualification and license desirable, or a willingness to be trained.
Confident verbal communication skills.
A happy, welcoming, and "can-do" disposition.
Diplomatic, tactful, and open-minded.
Ability to work collaboratively.
A clean driving license.
First aid qualification preferred.

Terms and Conditions

This is a zero-hours position, working 52 weeks a year, with an hourly rate of £12.21 (gross).

Application Process

To apply, please see here.

If you have questions, email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is Midnight Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. For an informal conversation about the role, contact Tony Edwards, Head Porter at TCE@wincoll.ac.uk. Further details about Winchester College can be found at www.winchestercollege.org.