About the Opportunity

Securitas UK is one of the world’s leading security services providers, with over 336,000 colleagues globally. They are committed to seeing potential in people and supporting long-term career progression.

As a Relief Security Officer, you’ll do more than protect sites; you’ll help people feel safe, welcomed, and supported. This role offers a professional entry into the security industry with strong training, development, and progression opportunities from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this varied, hands-on role, you’ll support safety and security across multiple sites. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preventing and deterring unauthorised access
  • Monitoring fire alarms, intruder alarms, and CCTV systems
  • Carrying out internal and external patrols
  • Managing keys and locking/unlocking buildings
  • Maintaining logs and security records
  • Issuing visitor and contractor passes
  • Supporting traffic control and parking restrictions

(This role varies by site and shift, offering a wide range of experience.)

What You’ll Gain

  • £14.25 per hour from day one (apprentices earn the same rate)
  • Access to exceptional training, mentoring, and development
  • Support to achieve a Level 2 Protective Security Operative Apprenticeship after probation
  • Clear progression routes into supervisory and management roles
  • A wide range of employee benefits, wellbeing support, and discounts

Who They’re Looking For

This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, professional, and comfortable taking responsibility.

You must have:

  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
  • The right to work in the UK
  • Willingness to work 12-hour day and night shifts
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A positive attitude and desire to learn

Desirable (training provided if not held):

  • Valid SIA licence
  • First Aid qualification
  • Customer service or security experience

Important: A 5-year work or activity history is required for screening (bank statements or education certificates can be used if employment history is limited).

Why Join Securitas?

Securitas is built around its People Promise:

  • Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
  • People – Creating inclusive, supportive workplaces
  • Purpose – Making the world a safer place

They are a Disability Confident Level 2 employer and actively promote diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing across the organisation.

Key Details

Location: Cambridgeshire (also covering Suffolk & Norfolk)
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week (12-hour day & night shifts)

Please fill out the form as your expression of interest, there is no need to attach a CV or cover letter, we will redirect you to the job application page.

Sector: Security
Type: Full Time
Location: Across the East of England Cambridgeshire

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